Care Coordinator

Care Coordinator - HYBRIDPerson Centered Services Care Coordination Organization is looking for passionate Social Work Professionals to work within a health home model serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Care Coordinator, also known as a Care Manager, has an overall responsibility for coordinating and advocating for all aspects of the individual's care including, but not limited to, health and behavioral healthcare, community supports, and other services required to meet the needs of the individual. Care Coordinators and Social Workers use a person-centered, holistic approach, where each person being served has their health care and other service providers collaborate to ensure their wants and needs are met. We're in the business of helping people and always using a strengths-based approach.Social workers, care managers, and case managers are encouraged to apply! If you have worked as a Direct Support Professional this may be the right fit for you.Position Responsibilities:Develops a comprehensive, person-centered Life Plan with the individual and their circle of support, as well as their entire service provider team.Effectively manage a tiered caseload, while tailoring services to individual needs. Similar responsibilities as a Care Manager.Completes enrollment and eligibility documentation.Meets with individuals in their homes, physician/provider offices, and other public places to conduct assessments and provide services.Commits to a respectful, just, and supportive environment for individuals and team members aligning with the organization's commitment to inclusion and belonging.Requirements:Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR a Licensed Registered Nurse with 2 years relevant experience OR Master's degree with 1 year of relevant experienceMinimum of a Bachelor's degree is required by OPWDD in NYSRelevant experience consists of providing direct care or support, coordination, and/or advocacy for anyone. Examples: Direct Support Professional, Teacher, Paraprofessional, Counselor, Social Worker, Care Manager, etc.Valid driver's licenseAdditional Details:Full-timeMonday - Friday8 Hour ShiftNo nightsHybridPerson Centered Services has a commitment to equal employment opportunity for all staff and applicants for employment. Employment decisions including, but not limited to, those such as staff selection, performance evaluation, administration of benefits, working conditions, staff programs, transfers, position changes, training, disciplinary action, compensation, and separations are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, domestic partnership status, ancestry, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, family status, age, mental or physical disability (including AIDS or HIV-related status), atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of an individual, genetic information or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.