Health Plan Care Coordinator

Position Overview

As a Care Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to foster trusting connections with the individuals you serve. You will play a vital role in completing assessments, developing comprehensive care plans, coordinating services, and connecting individuals with community resources to increase their independence and overall well-being. Through creative problem-solving and coordination with a diverse team of other health and social service professionals, you will be at the center of ensuring your clients have every opportunity to lead self-directed fulfilling lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster trusting relationships with individuals served, emphasizing empathy, effective communication, and compassion.
• Help members of Minnesota Health Care Programs make informed choices about their health care services.
• Conduct assessments and coordinate services to assist members in making progress toward their health goals.
• Perform ongoing assessment, planning, referral, orientation, monitoring, and advocacy assistance to address members' medical service needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community resources to ensure comprehensive care for members.
• Advocate for individuals served, assisting with waiver coordination and advocating for their rights.
• Ensure compliance with lead agency guidelines and maintain meticulous, up-to-date documentation using multiple electronic record-keeping systems.
• Willingness to work with diverse populations and provide culturally sensitive care.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree (is REQUIRED) with a major in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field (such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, audiology, recreational therapy, dietician, special education, rehabilitation counseling, nursing, human services).
• Experience related to assessment and support planning is required if degree is not in Social Work or Nursing.
• If Degree is in Social Work, license in MN must be active.
• If Degree is in Nursing, RN status must be active. Public Health Nurse accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of MA, Medicare, and MN Healthcare programs.
• Familiarity with community resources and providers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in computer basics and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Certified secondary language proficiency (Increased rate of pay depending on case needs).

• Additional Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle for work purposes, acceptable driving record, and proof of auto insurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Passing all background and requirements for facility and position; and
• The ability to pass the screening required by Federal Human Services Office of Inspector General to assure that person has not been excluded from working in the Health Care Programs which receive federal funding.

• Why Join Us?
• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in individuals' lives.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development through ongoing training.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Make a lasting impact on the community and individuals we serve.

Join our team and make a difference!

Thomas allen is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.