CARE MANAGER, CHILDREN'S HEALTH HOME SERVICES

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Document all case activity, including outreach, consent development and assessment, plan development, client progress and transition arrangements.
• Administer CANS-NY, updating periodically.
• Develop a comprehensive, family-driven youth-guided Plan of Health Care, review and update Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for EI participants.
• Inventory and coordinate existing services relevant to the Plan of Care/IFSP, identifying and securing additional services as appropriate.
• Convene and conduct quarterly meetings to review progress, update POCs, and confirm continuing client eligibility.
• Provide education to family and child concerning the nature and desired effect of services, along with information concerning conditions being treated.
• Aid families and children in the acquisition and maintenance of public benefits e.g., financial, educational, social, and community services.
• Provide Health Home services for children with low, medium and/or high acuity needs following face to face and service provision standards for applicable acuity level.
• Maintain monthly contact for EI participants, and service providers to ensure satisfaction and quality of services.
• Aid family with the transition process from Early Intervention to their School District’s Committee on Preschool Special Education.
• Safeguard responsible transition of client service into and out of Health Home care, between child and adult health homes, and between inpatient and community care as appropriate.
• Participate in mandatory and professional training, including but not confined to: DOH required trainings, CANS-NY administration, trauma-informed care; IT, LGBT, safety in community work, and meeting management.
• Participate in supervision.
• Safely transport individuals to and from appointments if necessary.
• Comply with all agency policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science/Arts degree with 2 years relevant experience, OR
• Licenses as a Registered Nurse with 2 years relevant experience, OR
• Master’s Degree with 1 year relevant experience
• Relevant experience in serving children and families in child welfare, developmental disabilities, behavioral health, primary health care, or social services.
• Experience coordinating and participating in team settings.

Why People Inc.?

• Outstanding benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurances, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives, on-demand pay access and more)
• Consistent schedules
• The opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams
• The region's most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs
• Committed to treating employees with dedication, care, and compassion