Overview:
A Care Coordinator is a trained healthcare professional who exhibits superb communication skills. They work with patients to determine needs and evaluate interventions. Care coordinators possess leadership qualities needed to guide individuals of varying backgrounds toward a common goal for the betterment of a patients health and quality of life. Care coordinators work in healthcare facilities which are typically open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with responsibilities which may include:
- Developing and coordinating health care programs
- Communicating between staff, patients, and family
- Handling patient case management and education
- Recruiting and training staff and creating schedules
- Developing patient goals and monitoring progress
- Maintaining patient confidentiality and quality care
Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with patients in either an administrative or clinical role required
- BA, LMSW/LCSW/LMHC, or RN/LPN degree
- 2 years minimum case management experience
- Strong understanding of cultural competency with the target population
- Computer literacy required
- Interest in working with HIV-positive clients
- Exposure to issues of death and dying
Schedule
- All positions are in hospitals and nursing homes. These facilities are open 24 hours/7 days each week.
- General shift availability:
- Days (7a-3p or 8a-4p)
- Evenings (3p-11p or 4p-12a)
- Nights (11p-7a or 12a-8a)
- Every other weekend is usually required for all positions.
COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Most positions include a comprehensive Union benefits package and competitive salaries.