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Position Summary
The Case manager is responsible for individualized management of hospital and healthcare services necessary and appropriate to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective patient care throughout the continuum of care. He or she works with acutely ill and/or high-risk adult Behavioral Health clients suffering from substance use disorders. The Case Manager develops collaborative, outcome-oriented plans of care for each patient, acts as a patient advocate and provides mechanisms and support to empower patients to make responsible healthcare decisions, while guiding appropriate utilization of resources and services to achieve expected outcomes.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors protected by law.
Position Summary
The Case manager is responsible for individualized management of hospital and healthcare services necessary and appropriate to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective patient care throughout the continuum of care. He or she works with acutely ill and/or high-risk adult Behavioral Health clients suffering from substance use disorders. The Case Manager develops collaborative, outcome-oriented plans of care for each patient, acts as a patient advocate and provides mechanisms and support to empower patients to make responsible healthcare decisions, while guiding appropriate utilization of resources and services to achieve expected outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Candidate must work independently.
- Performs needs assessment, treatment plan development and implementation.
- Mandatory reporter for all signs of abuse.
- When appropriate, complete Duty to Warn.
- Performs patient assessments to identify pertinent problems/needs.
- Links patient with resources for treatment needs.
- Organize assessment data into an individual plan of care with anticipated outcomes.
- Provide patient education regarding diagnosis and treatment options.
- Manage avoidable ED visits and hospital admissions.
- In home visits for Behavioral Health patients requiring support, direction, and encouragement.
- Local transportation of patients for appointments and treatment services.
- Maintain CPR certification. (Health System provided).
- Maintain Aegis training. (Health System provided).
Requirements
- Candidate must possess CDCA, SWA, or LSW and have associated licensure.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice and substance use disorder management protocols.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of Epic EMR a plus.
- Behavioral Health Case Management experience preferred but not required.
- Must have CPR certificate. (Health System will provide).
- Must pass background check.
- Must have a valid driver's license and current proof of insurance.
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors protected by law.
