Social Worker Case Manager - Hybrid (near Johnstown, Pennsylvania)

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes - making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.


Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra Health is looking for a Social Worker Case Manager - Hybrid (near Johnstown, Pennsylvania) to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Social Worker Case Manager will contribute to enhancing the company's success through personalized care planning, ensuring optimal outcomes and compliance with payer standards. Their collaboration with healthcare team members strengthens the overall effectiveness of care delivery, while their expertise in coordinating diverse beneficiary needs reflects the company's commitment to overall well-being.

***This is a hybrid position based near Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with responsibility for supporting members across Cambria, Indiana, Westmoreland, Armstrong, Somerset, and Clearfield counties.***

Responsibilities:

• Provide care coordination/care management for beneficiaries, ensuring a high level of clinical knowledge and performance by the clinical team.
• Foster a caring philosophy in leadership and all aspects of the care management process.
• Manage the care of beneficiaries through the healthcare system based on their individual needs.
• Use independent judgment and discretion to address and proactively resolve barriers impeding diagnostic or treatment progress.
• Interact and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, case managers, pharmacists, and social workers/educators to ensure beneficiary needs and preferences for health services/information are shared.
• Educate beneficiaries about community resources/options and advocate on behalf of the beneficiary.
• Establish a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options to meet an individual's and family's comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality outcomes. § Maintain open communication with all appropriate parties.
• Maintain strict standards for client confidentiality and client-related information. Comply with all organizational, state, and federal regulations and policies on confidentiality.
• Prepare documentation, status updates, event notifications, and other documentation regarding beneficiaries in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Monitor case load to ensure all required documentation and entry of assessment results into a web-based database are completed accurately and promptly.
• Pursue ongoing education, certification, and self-development to remain current with case management standards.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

The above list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
• Active, unrestricted Social Work license.
• A minimum of 3 years of Social Work experience with an older adult population in a healthcare environment.
• A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
• A minimum of 1 year of case management review experience.
• This is a hybrid position based near Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with responsibility for supporting members across Cambria, Indiana, Westmoreland, Armstrong, Somerset, and Clearfield counties.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW).
• A minimum 1-year case management or home care experience.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with variable and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability in decision-making.
• Demonstrated initiative and judgment in performance of job responsibilities.
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility and dependability under pressure.
• Strong communication (written/verbal), interpersonal, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to foster relationships with internal/external customers and facilitating meetings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to research/identify and apply appropriate standards of care.
• Interest in continuous learning and a commitment to staying informed on regulatory changes.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

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EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Compensation

The pay for this position is listed below.

"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant's position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."


Pay Range

USD $67,300.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr.