NYC Health + Hospitals/Community Care reaches outside the walls of our hospitals and brings health care to patients where they live. With more than 600 dedicated employees, Community Care provides services including home care, community care coordination, and community-based care management to individuals managing chronic health conditions residing in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and The Bronx. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Job DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITIONUnder the supervision of the Care Management Supervisor, the Complex Care Coordinator manages a panel of 35 high-acuity patients diagnosed with serious behavioral health (mental health, substance use disorder, alcoholism) and HIV conditions, and complex socio-economic needs. The Complex Care Coordinator's primary goals are to increase patient connection to behavioral health, primary care, pharmacy support, and social services; reduce avoidable emergency department and inpatient utilization; and improve patient wellness and health outcomes.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesAREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES1) Consents patients into appropriate care management program (e.g., Health Home, Non-Medicaid, etc.); utilize motivational interviewing to complete intake or yearly assessment; and develop longitudinal care plan with an emphasis on increasing self -management and harm reduction.2) Completes all specialized patient evaluations (e.g., Health and Recovery Plan) and documentation in specific systems (e.g., CARES, UAS-NY).3) Works in the community to connects patients to a variety of clinical and support services including but not limited to behavioral health, medical services, pharmacy, social, legal, public assistance, transportation, housing services, etc.4) Provides care management services in hospitals, health centers, and various community-based settings. Provides a minimum of two core services (or three documented attempts) per month with a minimum of one face-to-face (FTF) engagement quarterly, for each assigned patient. Adheres to intensified monthly core services and face-to-face engagement thresholds established for each sub-program (e.g., Health Home Plus (4 core services / 2 FTF), AOT (4 core services / 4 FTF), NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Grant (2 core services / 2 FTF).5) Convenes case conferences (every six months at minimum), ensuring each patient's care team is up-to-date on patient's status and needs. Responds promptly to all care team member inquiries and ensure that all discussions are documented in the electronic medical record (EMR). Prioritizes case conferences for any patient exhibiting signs and symptoms of behavioral health crisis or relapse to use of substances or alcohol.6) Maintains expertise in approved techniques for de-escalation, crisis management, and safety planning to effectively monitor and support patients in managing triggers, coping with stressors, and seeking crisis support. Proactively develops safety plans for all enrolled patients and updates them at least annually.7) Monitors and responds to critical alerts (e.g., inpatient hospital and emergency department admission / discharge, arrest/incarceration, etc.) in accordance with all related policies for supporting transitions of care.8) Utilizes a directory of service providers to support connection of patients to medical, behavioral health, social support, wellness and family support services, in support of meeting care plan goals and interventions.9) Develops and maintains proficiency in the EMR. Proactively manages daily schedule to balance travel time, appointment duration, and ensure documentation of all work completed daily.10) Demonstrates integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence in all interactions with leaders, colleagues, patients and community stakeholders.11) Adheres to all operating policies, procedures and requirements as defined and subject to change by all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate requirements.12) Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S):Preferred: New York State CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor), Licensed Clinical Social WorkerQualification Requirements:1. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Psychology or Rehabilitation Counseling; and2. Two (2) years of full-time experience in medically-oriented health care and medical support systemsenvironment, one (1) year of which included experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity in suchoccupations as physical, occupational, inhalation, speech and audiology therapy or as Medical/LaboratoryTechnologist, Microbiologist (various specialties), Chemist (biochemist), Radiation and X-Ray Technician; ortwo (2) years of responsible level experience in business management systems or general administrationincluding one (1) year in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or3. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in disciplines listed in 1 above; and4. Three (3) years of full-time experience, as described in 2 above, including two (2) years of experience inan administrative or supervisory capacity in occupations, as listed in 2 above; or5. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.KNOWLEDGEABLE IN:Mental health, substance use/recovery, crisis intervention, case management/care management, de-escalation,motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapyYEARS OF EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 2 years' experience supporting chronically ill populations, managing significant behavioral healthand psychosocial needs.
Additional QualificationsEQUIPMENT/MACHINES OPERATED:Printer/Scanner/Copier/Fax machine, Laptop/TabletCOMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED:Proficiency/Experience in the following: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System Various online data portals/systems, e.g., PSYCKESIf you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button or forward your resume to ...@nychhc.org noting the above Job ID #.104830NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs