Integrative Health Network is currently hiring for a contract position (starting at 1/4 FTE with the potential to increase to 3/4 FTE) seeking a dynamic Care Manager I to join our expanding team in the areas of Southwest Washington & the Portland Metro area.
The Care Manager I will be responsible for providing all-inclusive mental health and substance use services provided during in-home visits; assists with coordination of care between primary care providers, supportive staff, private care agencies, and additional team members.
This is a contracted 1099 position that requires you to have internet access, provide a work cell phone, and reliable transportation. Pay is solely based off education, performance and experience. Based on performance, after 90-day review, this position would ultimately lead to a part-time or full-time position. Please include a cover letter and resume with application.
Position Responsibilities:
Provides in-home evaluations, noting items that need additional support, providing resources, and a commitment to confidentiality.
Plans and directs ongoing care in collaboration recognizing individual needs of clients.
Provides information to members and providers regarding mental and physical health services and community resources.
Recommends and arranges discharge plans, aftercare referrals and community resources when client is being discharged from hospital, SNF, and/or rehab facilities.
Consults with providers to assist members with transportation, employment, and daily living needs as they relate to individualized care plans.
Works closely with nurse care managers, discharge planners, and peers while maintaining tactful and patient composure.
Attends client care conferences and develops interdisciplinary plan of care for each client.
Attends daily, weekly, monthly meetings per agency policy and ensures follow-up on any tasks in a timely manner to ensure client care needs are met.
Completing monthly reports and documentation for each client.
Job Requirements
Care Manager I
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human development, or social work, BSN or higher
Minimum of two (2) years combined direct behavioral health clinical and managed care experience.
Desired - Have either a current, valid, unrestricted independent license in behavioral health or nursing and practice within the scope of their licensure in the state of Washington and/or Oregon.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrates experience establishing relationships and effectively engaging with members and providers through telephonic communication to obtain necessary information and facilitate care in multiple settings.
Demonstrates work experience to influence and negotiate to effectively manage patient care and health care outcomes.
Demonstrates work experience meeting strict deadlines and established cycle times through effective prioritization and follow-up skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrates ability to relate effectively to behavioral health and medical treatment providers, clients, and family member as well as other professionals involved in the treatment of the client.
Familiarity with motivational interviewing is preferred.
Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with clients, families, community members, and other agency staff.
Must possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with those with mental health diagnoses and the elderly.
Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn agency applications.
Posting closes May 3, 2024.