Posted 1mo ago

Care Coordinator

@ National Youth Advocate Program
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$47k-$48k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:coordinating care, assisting clients, documenting interactions
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree in social work or related Human Services field; 2 years’ professional experience in community-based care coordination; reliable vehicle with license.
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We are looking for a full-time Care Coordinator to join our NYAP Baltimore-Chicago, IL office! 



 



Salary: $48,500/yr. 



 



Hours: 40 hours a week Monday-Friday with varying start/end times depending on client and caseload needs. 





 



Position Summary:



The Care Coordinator works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in coordinating care for individuals served in the community to support independence.



 



Working At NYAP:




  • NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.

  • Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!

  • Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!

  • 22 Days Off Each Year! 

  • Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!

  • Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Work Anniversary Trips!

  • Peace leave

  • Parental leave

  • Flexible schedule 

  • Mileage Reimbursement



 



Responsibilities:



The Care Coordinator will perform duties including, but not limited to:




  • Coordination of care with family, Primary Care Provider, and other community provider

  • Assist clients in medical appointment coordination

  • Coordinates with the NYAP Nurse and Psychiatrist virtual Telehealth appointments with client

  • Assist client in Vocational and employment services.

  • Assists client in medication refills and promotes medication compliance. 

  • Link clients to natural, social, community, and family supports.

  • Works closely with all members of the treatment team to ensure client is receiving the recommended care on treatment plan.

  • Actively and directly, engage with the client to meet service needs and goals/objectives of the treatment/service plan.

  • Interact with the client to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting the client in achieving identified goals.

  • Advocate on behalf of individuals served

  • Function fluently in usage of electronic health record system.

  • Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and the program’s fiscal guidelines

  • Document all contact with clients and collaterals, and complete case activities

  • Establish connections for families with necessary resources, and use listening, interviewing, and problem-solving techniques

  • Work collaboratively with members of the team to ensure effective coordination of care.

  • Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and the program’s fiscal guidelines

  • Other tasks assigned by the supervisor



 



 



Minimum Qualifications:




  • Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related Human Services field

  • Two years of professional experience working in community-based services, providing care coordination.

  • Knowledge of mental illness is preferred.

  • Equipment Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

  • Reliable car and unrestricted driver's license with insurance $100,000/300,000 liability coverage



 



Other Skills:




  • Excellent customer service and communication skills

  • Works well independently and as a team member

  • Multi-task efficiently and be flexible in all situations



 



Driving and Vehicle Requirements:




  • Valid driver’s license

  • Reliable personal transportation

  • Good driving record

  • Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability



 



If this describes YOU, please apply today!



www.nyap.org/employment



 



Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.



 



The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.



 



An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans