Field Based HSS Clinical Coordinator - Hays (Ellis County) and Surrounding Areas, KS

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• The Field Based HSS Clinical Coordinator is responsible for establishing a set of person-centered goal-oriented, culturally relevant, and logical steps to ensure that a person receiving LTSS receives services in a supportive, effective, efficient, timely and cost-effective manner.
• Care coordination includes case management, disease management, discharge planning, transition planning, and addressing social determinants of health and integration into community.
• Primary Responsibilities: Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized by the individual and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services Manage the person-centered service/support plan throughout the continuum of care Communicate with all stakeholders the required health - related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all persons Advocate for persons and families as needed to ensure the persons needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team Conduct home visits in coordination with person and care team, which may include a community service coordinator Conduct in-person visits which may include nursing homes, assisted living, hospital or home Serve as a resource for community care coordinator, if applicable You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Nursing, Psychology, Special Education, Gerontology or related human services area 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a healthcare role 1+ years of experience working with persons with long-term care needs 1+ years of experience working with persons receiving services on one of the homes and community-based waivers in KS 1+ years of experience working with MS Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to travel in assigned region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and / or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers' offices Access to reliable transportation and possess a valid US driver’s license