ACHN Social Work Care Manager

Overview

Our subsidiary is responsible for coordinating care for healthy eligible individuals, those with multiple chronic conditions, pregnant women, and men and women needing family planning. The goal of the program is to ensure an effective and efficient delivery of care. This area works with low income populations to improve the quality of care programs and community outreach.

Primary Responsibilities

This position performs care management for recipients assigned by the State of Alabama Medicaid Office. Our subsidiary provides this care management for recipients enrolled in programs designated by State of Alabama Medicaid. Performance guidelines are in place to ensure that sound care plans are developed and acted upon in a timely manner so as to improve the recipient's overall health. This care management frequently involves face-to-face meetings with the recipients to gain a full understanding of their challenges. This position will primarily provide services to home care and community based populations identified as needing care management and transitional services from inpatient facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Social Work (BSW) or Masters in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Alabama license in good standing as a Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
• Must live and work within the region or adjoining county
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills to encourage and engage recipients in plan of care
• Ability to sufficiently document electronic case records including writing effective care plans and SMART goals
• Ability to manage a heavy caseload
• Experience analyzing clinical situations and making informed decisions
• Experience in a position demonstrating exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communications
• Experience in a position exercising independent judgement and decision making
• Experience in a position working with medical providers and/or community resource agencies
• Willingness to travel as required for the job

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of complex pediatric experience preferred
• Experience working in a home setting as a Case Manager or Care Coordinator preferred
• Knowledge of Alabama Medicaid regulations and guideline preferred
• Knowledge of community based agencies and resources is preferred