Medical Case Manager
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Medical Case Manager
Job Description
Position: Medical Case Manager
Classification: Non- Exempt
Reports to: Client Services Manager
Salary Rate:
Level 1 (Entry level up to 2 years of direct experience):$24.04 per hour
Level II (3 years of direct experience):$25.19 per hour
Bilingual premium for qualifying languages is 3.5% higher than starting salary if pass bilingual exam on first week of hire.
About Us
At Colorado Health Network (CHN) we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality creativity and the unique perspectives each employee brings. We welcome applicants with diverse lived experiences including those directly related to this position. At CHN we are committed to providing a supportive inclusive and dynamic work environment where all employees can grow and thrive.
Our commitment to diversity extends to all aspects of our work and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. CHN is an equal opportunity employer and we embrace applicants regardless of age race color disability HIV status gender identity sexual orientation national origin or other characteristics that make you unique.
Are you looking to join a team that empowers individuals and creates lasting change in the community Do you thrive in an environment that values service innovation wellness and integrity If so we would love to hear from you!
Why Work at CHN
As a full-time employee you will enjoy a competitive benefits package which includes:
Health & Wellness Benefits: Health Dental Vision Life Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO) 13 paid holidays up to 2 floating holidays and 1 day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week).
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5%
Education & Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities
Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Spending Account (H SA) Voluntary EAP - STD LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.
Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
Position Summary:
This full time Medical Case Manager Position is responsible for providing individualized comprehensive case management and advocacy services to people living with HIV/AIDS in the northern region of Colorado. This position requires some travel reliable transportation a valid drivers license and current insurance is required.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provides intensive Case Management based on levels of acuity to a caseload of assigned clients.
- Process emergency financial requests
- Maintains ongoing proactive contact to assess clients physical and psychosocial status and needs through personal visits telephone and written contacts.
- Conducts comprehensive intake and needs assessments to identify client needs including but not limited to:
- Access to healthcare and the clients ability to self-manage and actively participate in healthcare
- Adherence medication and medical treatment
- Short term and long term housing needs
- Income stability including employment needs and eligibility for public benefits (SSI SSDIMedicaid Medicare etc.)
- Mental health and substance abuse issues using program specified assessment tools.
- Food and nutrition
- Risk reduction counseling
- Develops strategies and goals through Individual Wellness Plans in conjunction with clients to meet identified needs. Maintains timely Individual Wellness Plans according to program policies.
- Maintains quality and timely session documentation on all client interactions.
- Collects service eligibility documentation in a timely manner according to program policies.
- Assess caseloads on a monthly basis to determine client acuity. Inactivates cases based on services usage according to program policies.
- Collaborates and coordinates services with other HIV/AIDS service providers and community agencies.
- Identifies internal and external resources to meet client needs and refers clients accordingly.
- Coordinates/Attends Case Conferences with CHN Housing Center CHN Counseling Services CHN Prevention Center and other community providers as needed.
This list is not meant to be a comprehensive list of job duties. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Oral and written fluency in English required. Multicultural experience highly preferred. Must be able to work in a diverse setting with diverse populations including but not limited to sexual orientation. Background in programs related to affordable housing sexual health risk reduction financial assistance and other resource programs especially as related to serving People Living with HIV. Training in culture competency/sensitivity is a plus. Experience working with federally funded programs.
Education:
Bachelors degree in Human Services Social Work Psychology or related field preferred. Candidates with lived experience can substitute educational experience.
Software Utilized:
Experience working with basic office and database computer programs including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook Word Excel Access SharePoint and the internet.
Knowledge Skill and Ability:
Understanding of the Harm Reduction Model and Motivational Interviewing highly preferred. Skills in cultural competency/sensitivity. Excellent communication client relations and management skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement professional integrity and research ethics and cultural competency. Must demonstrate accuracy efficiency and excellent organizational skills. Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task management; teamwork; time management; and communication with teams managers clients and company consultants.
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
Works with standard office equipment including computer work station printers copiers scanners and fax machine. Works with word processing software spreadsheet applications and presentation software. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone e-mail the Internet and fax.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions:
Works in an office environment. Requires ability to lift up to 25 pounds of materials. Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding and using a telephone and other office equipment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
