Job Title: Care Manager Position
Reports To: Kith Elder Care, LLC owner
Kith Elder Care, LLC (KEC) is a fast-growing care management practice that provides concierge care and help to seniors and their families in Philadelphia and surrounding areas. Our mission is to support our clients by completing a comprehensive assessment of their situation, typically accompanied by a written report that includes recommendations and vetted resources. In addition, we provide ongoing care management, which often requires home visits, escorts to medical appointments, advocacy, and communication with other health care professionals.
Care Manager Job Responsibilities:
Conducting comprehensive holistic assessments which address an individual’s cognition; physical functioning; mental health; living environment; support system; legal documents; insurance; nutrition; and financesProvide clients and their caregivers with a written plan of care and ongoing communication of needs via email, phone and in person meetingsMaintain case management notes in iHealth client databaseTrack billable and non-billable hours in iHealth and provide monthly invoices to KEC ownerParticipate in weekly (held Monday at 9AM) client review calls with the KEC teamCollaborate with other KEC team members in coordination of client careWhen required, arrange and assist in client relocationMaintain a strong knowledge of area resources and care providersDevelop an understanding of State and Federal benefit programs (Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, assisted living and affordable housing)Accompany clients to physician and other appointments as neededMaintain ongoing communication with clients’ families, care providers and other members of the care teamParticipate in professional networking and community activities as requestedVisit area senior retirement communities, nursing facilities, and other senior services to develop a strong knowledge of available resources and housing optionsStrive to achieve targeted monthly billable hour goals
Qualifications:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, Social Work or a related human service profession and professional experience in working with the elderly and disabledActive professional licenseLiability insurance coverageMust meet all health requirements and pass background checks
Skills Required:
Strong writing and oral communication skillsAn ability to self-manage client caseloads and job responsibilitiesValid driver’s license and operable vehicle. Care Manager must maintain minimum automobile insurance as required by lawComputer skillsAbility to record and bill for time spent on client care needsAbility to be flexible, work with a variety of personalities and think strategically. This job requires the individual to handle complex situations using sound judgment relating to plans of care and recommendationsAdherence to all HIPAA regulations and associated professional code of ethics.Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and their relationsWillingness to collaborate on cases with multidisciplinary care teamA comfort level with public speaking and ability to network among industry peersAbility to be flexible and to take initiative
Physical Demands:
Care Manager must be able to drive and be willing to travel in geographic areas covered by Kith Elder Care
Work environment:
The care manager role is a hybrid of working from home and visiting clients/healthcare professionals at their places of residence/work. The care manager should be reachable by phone and/or email during regular work hours of Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM
Benefits:
Flexible work scheduleCompetitive compensationClient referral bonusBusiness phone Read Less