Care Coordinator - Chicago, United States - Catholic Charities

Description

Job DescriptionEssential Functions of the position are detailed below, and include any physical requirements below that.1.

Works independently and consistently exercises discretion and sound judgment in engaging and assessing the complex needs of elderly or frail clients by gathering information and developing their care plans.

May work in a hospital, agency site or conduct home visits2.

Conducts intake assessments for new program participants within prescribed time frame and provides case management services, by informing clients and their families of the benefits and services they may qualify for, and assists in obtaining such services.

Completes necessary documentation for program services in the prescribed time frame. Responds to clients, authorized representatives, collateral contacts and other contacts within 24 hours3.

Creates well written and effective care plans which appropriately match the needs of clients following the standards and guidelines of the funders, contractors and governmental regulations4.

Makes appropriate referrals, monitors client services in the appropriate time frames, seeks supervisory guidance as required, documents services provided and completes billing as prescribed by the department5.

Utilizes community resources and regularly contributes updates to these resources so that others might use them as well6.

Maintains up-to-date and accurate client files and databases, as required by agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards, and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing or accrediting bodies7.

Participates in program meetings and individual and group outreach and educationPLEASE NOTE:
Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing multiple times a day. X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds.
X Climb up and down up to 5 flights of stairs at a time.
X Lift up to 25 pounds.
Other Requirements Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to (check all that apply).X Background check, including any program specific requirements Physical examination TB Testing Drug TestingX Driver's License and reliable transportation Agency-specified automobile insuranceX

Additional Requirements:
Required to travel throughout the assigned communities to complete job duties

Immediate Supervisor:
Senior Care Coordinator Supervisor

Directly Supervises:
N/A

Indirectly Supervises:
N/AEducation and

Experience Requirements:

Relevant Education:
Preferred: Bachelor's

Degree Minimum:
Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 3 yearsMinimum: N/ACertification/Licensure:Preferred: Illinois Department of

Aging Certification Minimum:
Illinois Department of Aging Certification upon hire