Care Coordinator

Care Coordinator - SWWhen two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes, it's strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality that's exceptionally personal.Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.Summary:Providing direct patient care coordination for diverse populations, in alignment with CHP network strategic goals and community partnerships. The Care Coordinator collaborates with providers (inpatient and outpatient), hospitals, home care agencies and additional community-based organizations to assure collaborative and consistent patient care delivery. Applicant should have strong personal, analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, organization and decision making skills. The Care Coordinator must possess the ability to function independently and have the flexibility and personal integrity to work in partnership with CHP network stakeholders and partners as assigned. Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity is a must.Roles and Responsibilities:Promote the mission, vision, and values of Cayuga Health Partners.Actively participates in CHP trainings and activities as assigned.Appropriately recognizes and responds to opportunities for improvement.Positively and proactively interacts with team members and network partners.Collects data as indicated to meet evaluation needs of the program.Prioritizes care programs as assigned and routinely updates practice integration plans. Appropriately documents all patient encounters as indicated.Maintains patient confidentiality in the provision of quality care.Serves as a representative of CHP, CHS, and practices as assigned.Participates in special projects in alignment with system and network goals.Practices always within scope - activities may be carried out within the role provided you have the knowledge, skills, and experience to do so lawfully, safely and effectively.Actively participates in organizational and community committees.Required Skills and Experience :Education - Minimum Master's Degree in Social Work(MSW).Experience - Minimum 2 to 3 years' experience in an acute care hospital setting or alternate health care case management experience. Knowledge of community-based organizations and strong communication, organizational, critical thinking and problem solving skills required.Licensure - Current unrestricted NY state LMSW licensure where indicated.Physical Requirements :Ability to stand, sit or ambulate for long periods. Ability to mobilize freely around units, transport self to site locations, and perform required data entry into EMR and alternate data management systems. Ability to transport self to customer base.Location and Travel Requirements: Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850Shift: Full Time, Day Shift- exact hours to be discussed during interviewTravel: 0% travel can be expected in this rolePay Range Disclosure: Standard salary rate of $71,760 - $98,800 annualCentralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.