Medical Care Manager at AIDS Healthcare Foundation

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Client Advocacy, Needs Assessment, Action Plans, Collaboration, Education, Resource Referral, Mental Health Awareness, HIV/AIDS Knowledge, Social Services, Cultural Competence, Goal Setting, Support Services, Healthcare Coordination, Community Engagement, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

WHO WE ARE AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation! Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees? If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you! Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them. AHF’s core values are: Patient-Centered Value Employees Respect for Diversity Nimble Fight for What’s Right Benefits at AHF AHF offers comprehensive benefits to help our employees do and be their very best! These benefits are intended to enhance employee physical, financial, spiritual and professional health. YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO OUR SUCCESS! A Medical Care Manager contributes to AHF by utilizing their experience, skills, and education together with a thorough understanding of the Ryan White Care Act Program within their specific area. With a caring and knowledgeable focus, you will work with our providers and healthcare center team so that every Ryan White client receives the support they require and access to available resources. This will include providing education and assistance so that eligibility for the program is understood. Working directly within the Healthcare Center, you will meet with clients and complete Needs Assessments, develop Action/Care Plans, and provide ongoing education to patients so that they understand their diagnoses and their medications. For Ryan White contracts that combine psychosocial needs within Medical Care Management, you will understand mental health needs and basic needs such as housing, food, and clothing and develop relationships with programs and agencies serving those needs and facilitate referrals, support, and assistance for your patients who lack those services. A Medical Care Manager enhances the reputation of AHF by utilizing your case management experience, you will meet our clients where they are, identify strengths and opportunities for growth, and assist them with realistic goal setting. With your skills of collaboration and engagement, you will bring the essence of the Ryan White Care Act - the safety net for uninsured HIV/AIDS patients - to our most vulnerable population. By establishing Needs Assessments, Action/Care Plans, referrals, and support, your work will directly contribute to AHF’s success in meeting the deliverables of our Ryan White contract. Beyond the scope of the contract, your work contributes to measures established by the HIV/AIDS Bureau (HAB) Measures and the Department of Health and Human Services. You will be a passionate advocate for our top initiatives. To be successful as a Medical Care Manager it is crucial to ensure that the AHF core Values and Mission stay top of mind with all that your do. At AHF we are nimble and able to adapt in a dynamic environment to assist in providing the best experience for our clients and workplace for our employees. AHF has a collaborative organizational structure where staff are accountable to multiple leaders. The Medical Care Manager will work as a part of a close knit team to be the liaison between provider and client and can facilitate the shift from leaving the exam room to implementing the optimum plan of care and putting it into action. Providing brief interventions focused on a long-term achievable goal, the client and the MCM work together each step of the way towards viral suppression, better health outcomes and quality of life. Licenses/ Certifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Social Science, Social Work, or Human Services. A minimum of 1 year of Case Management experience is preferred. Knowledge of Ryan White Services is preferable. AHF Commitment We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

The Medical Care Manager will work with clients to complete Needs Assessments, develop Action/Care Plans, and provide ongoing education about their diagnoses and medications. They will also facilitate referrals and support for clients with psychosocial needs, ensuring comprehensive care.