POSITION SUMMARY:

The Care Coordinator provides advocacy, coordination, and continuity of evidence-based care for individuals and families in need through a collaborative process of triage, assessment, planning, and communication within the Adult Inpatient program. Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Reports to the unit/department supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related discipline and at least 1-year experience in the mental health field Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical records, procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and document clinical activities and effectively communicate verbally with, provide information to, and respond to questions from managers, patients, service providers, managed care entities, family members, and other stakeholders.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Completion of thorough assessments and coordination of community resources based on patient needs as per program requirements.
• Complete all clinical and administrative documentation based on established timelines as per program requirements.
• Communicate effectively and maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external resources.
• Develop service plans, treatment plans, and/or aftercare plans with clear goals and objectives as per program requirements.
• Maintain efficient workflow management and organization as per program requirements.
• Maintain proficient quality of clinical documentation as per program requirements.
• Other duties as assigned or needed as per program requirements.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Effective, efficient use of agency resources, systems, equipment, and processes.
• Continuous focus on cost savings initiatives across the responsibilities and deliverables.
• Effective use of time management to avoid overtime and budgetary issues.