Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

$ 30 / hour

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Care Coordinator. The Care Coordinator who possesses a Baccalaureate degree (BSW) or Masters in Social Work, who in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, has input in the development of the plan of care for those patients requiring social work intervention. Provides medically necessary intervention to patients who have social or emotional problems which are or are expected to be an impediment to the effective treatment of the patient's medical condition and/or rate of recovery. Additionally, provides these services in accordance with physician's orders.

Responsibilities:

• Visit members in the home to complete an assessment, develop a care/service plan that meets members needs and provide periodic follow-up

• Verifies eligibility for wavier services

• Documents findings in the Care Management System

• Meets or exceeds timelines associated with case activities

• Provides succinct presentation of member, and solidifies plan of care with interdisciplinary Care Team

• Completes a member assessment according to department policy and procedure.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Social Work (BSW) with FIVE YEARS experience with case management OR Licensed Social Worker in IL with Degree in Social Work or related field.

• Minimum 1 year experience providing services and support to person from one or more of the following populations - HIV/AIDS, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Substance Abuse, LQBTQIA, Addictive or dysfunctional family services

• Duties may involve travel to locations throughout the Cook County area, required

• Covid-19 Vaccine required

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.