Conduct comprehensive assessments at enrollment, yearly, or during changes in condition
Develop, update, and facilitate Care Plans derived from assessments
Utilize person-centered planning, motivational interviewing, and historical review of assessments to identify required supports
Address Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), disparities, and complex payer issues in the Plan of Care
Assign interventions/plans of care to Extenders for monitoring and service engagement
Coordinate with team members for smooth transitions to appropriate levels of care and utilize ADT information to support admissions/transfers/discharges
Participate in the agency’s twenty-four (24) hour coverage for care management
Educate members/Legally Responsible Persons about care teams, services, rights, grievance and appeals process, service options, and payer requirements
Promote customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and timely follow-up
Ensure adherence to service orders/doctor’s orders, obtain necessary releases/documentation, and submit documentation to payer
Maintain certifications/licensure and comply with agency policies and procedures
Evaluate appropriateness of services, implement plan of care through regular assessments, escalate complex cases and report critical incidents
Attend Behavior Support Plan (BSP) meetings
Assist individuals/Legally Responsible Persons in choosing service providers objectively
Collaborate with care team and service providers to develop plans reflecting individual needs and life goals
Visit members at their living arrangements (home, relative's home, care facility, or other locations) as required
Report to Tailored Care Management Supervisor and work as part of a multidisciplinary care team providing whole-person care management for Behavioral Health I/DD Tailored Plan beneficiaries
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in a field related to health, psychology, sociology, social work, nursing or licensure as a registered nurse (RN)
Two years of experience working directly with individuals with behavioral health conditions, I/DD or TBI condition(s)
For Care managers serving members with LTSS needs: two years of prior LTSS and/or HCBS coordination, care delivery monitoring, and care management experience
Proficiency in Person-Centered Thinking/planning
Experience using assessments to develop plans of care
Knowledge of LOC processes
Familiarity with Medicaid basic, enhanced MHSUD, and waiver benefits plans
Proficiency in using Motivational Interviewing techniques
Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Conflict management and resolution skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Ability to make prompt, independent decisions
Good organizational skills to prioritize duties and meet deadlines
Maintain all certifications or licensure required for the position and comply with agency policies
Ability to visit members in their living arrangements and perform driving and other physical activities as required