Medical Social Consultant (Home Care Enrollment Specialist)

Medical Social Consultant (Home Care Enrollment Specialist) Hiring Department : Division of Specialized Care for Children Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1043249

FTE : 1

Work Schedule : M-F, 8AM-4:30PM Shift : Days # of Positions : 1 Workplace Type : Hybrid Salary Range (commensurate with experience) : $52,000.00 - 63,000.00 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Home Care Enrollment Specialist provides services to families potentially eligible for DSCC Home Care Services (waiver and non-waiver) statewide. The Enrollment Specialist utilizes skills and knowledge acquired from academic training and professional experience as a social worker or in social sciences. The Enrollment Specialist coordinates and facilitates the timely discharge of children potentially eligible for the Home Care Program from the inpatient hospital setting and those who are home and require in-home nursing. Duties & Responsibilities Under the direction of the Home Care Enrollment Management Team, provides an introduction to care coordination services and facilities the application process for in home nursing: Obtains documentation to determine potential eligibility for DSCC programs and services. Explains programs, services, enrollment procedures, and care coordination to eligible families. Assists families in collecting required medical and financial information necessary for Healthcare & Family Services (HFS) to determine eligibility for Home Care Services. Conducts home assessment to determine the safety of the home environment for the child and determine if home modifications are needed. Coordinates all available health care benefits. Assists families as needed as they interview prospective home care providers to assess suitability and monitor provider services. Works collaboratively with hospital staff and other providers to ensure services are ready at the time of discharge from the inpatient hospital setting. Those services include, but may not be limited to, in-home nursing and medical equipment and supplies, and care coordination. Collaborates with DSCC Core/Connect Care team during the enrollment process for potential dually enrolled participants. Elicits health and medical histories; assesses social history and family history of children requesting, or eligible for, DSCC services. Conducts in-person or telephonic comprehensive health assessment. Proceeds with timely data entry to ensure enrollment process compliance. Participates as a member of the Home Care Enrollment multi-disciplinary team: Complies with University, Division, Regional Office, and HFS policy and procedures. Provides discipline-based expertise to the Home Care Enrollment multi-disciplinary team. Provides discipline-based expertise to other DSCC teams (Core/Connect Care teams) when the enrollment process takes longer due to case complexities such as DCFS involvement or difficult transition. Complies with state and federal regulations related to children enrolled in the Home Care Program or any subsequent program related to in-home care for children with complex medical needs. Promotes interagency collaboration and an organized network of integrated services: Provides community education programs regarding DSCC services. Participates in developing and/or implementing a networking plan for the Home Care Enrollment team. Participates in special projects impacting DSCC: Participates in agency committees/projects on a regional or statewide basis. Performs other duties as assigned such as presentations or refreshers to other DSCC teams regarding referral and enrollment criteria. Attends all internal staffing on assigned home care clients, and provides technical assistance Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. Based on institutional requirements for each position: Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. OR Three (3) years (36 months) of progressively more responsible full-time experience in social work in a medical/clinical or social service agency setting. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Illinois Chicago