Case Manager

EAST HENRIETTA, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3831+EAST+HENRIETTA+RD+EAST+HENRIETTA+NY+USA+14467)

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Description

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission:

We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individual’s needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge…

Life. Inspired Every Day.

Pay Rate starting at $24.00/hourly. (Pay information will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position.)

The case manager will assess and determine appropriate admissions to Brentland Woods and provide necessary support for residents to maintain independence and personal choice. The case manager will manage all aspects of clinical service programs at Brentland Woods in conjunction with the resident care director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Participate in marketing Brentland Woods by providing tours, as needed, and assisting with complex inquiries as needed.

• Conduct initial functional assessment and client interview for applicants.

• Meet with all applicants and families; conduct follow-up tours as needed and document interviews.

• Recommend admission to director of housing for final approval, if needed.

• Update senior life specialist with any concerns regarding vacancies.

• Review necessary admission paperwork and handbook with resident.

• Evaluate each resident annually, using functional assessment tool. Complete functional assessments on residents experiencing changes in condition.

• Encourage residents to maintain independence and participate in activities.

• Maintain records documenting the case management needs of each resident and case management activities performed.

• Provide family with support as needed and keep updated as appropriate on resident’s status.

• Coordinate the completion of Individual Service Plan (ISP) and review biannually.

• Participate in and facilitate resident association meetings, as needed.

• Communicate all pertinent information to other staff.

• May be assigned on-call duty on a rotational basis to handle resident or program emergencies, as needed.

• Assist residents in making alternate living arrangements, if desired/needed.

• Assist residents and families in planning and arranging alternative care setting, as needed.

• Communicate with families, physicians and other care providers in emergency discharge situations.

• Conduct in-services for Brentland Woods staff as needed.

• Offer supportive guidance & education to residents at RWC on an as needed basis, per the request of the director.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated flexibility in problem solving.

• Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors and the general public.

• This position will / may have to provide direct care or have access to resident property or belongings.

EDUCATION:

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least two year experience working with older adults.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performing duties of this job requires occasional walking and standing. Must be able to occasionally lift loads of 30 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit for prolonged periods, talk, and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The majority of essential job duties are performed indoors as well as in resident areas where universal precautions apply. Employee may be exposed to indoor temperature fluctuations.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The work is performed within established guidelines, and requires periodic supervision. The employee exercises some initiative and independent judgment to effectively perform the essential job duties of this position.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS: The employee has no direct responsibility for others.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:Shall be fully acquainted with all safety policies and procedures of Brentland Woods. Takes an active role in all fire drills during the shift and/or emergencies for internal and external disasters as monitored by supervisor and incident manager.Must comply with facility in-service requirements.

Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the organization, residents, participants, family and staff, that may be encountered, either formally or informally, during the normal course of business.This includes medical and treatment records, financial and human resources information.

Disclaimer:The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities.The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.