Healthcare Staffing Professionals has an immediate need for a Medical case worker. The Medical Case Worker will work under close direction of the professional staff, the MCW functions as a member of a multidisciplinary Interim Housing Outreach Program (IHOP) medical team providing services to clients licensed care facilities to perform the following functions.
Pay Rate
$28.71/hr
Healthcare
Healthcare, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance
Job Duties:
- Conduct face to face comprehensive assessments of patients' medical, functional, and housing support needs.
- Provide ongoing follow-up and services/supports according to the established care plan through the duration of the client enrollment in the IHOP program.
- Utilizes environmental data gathered in relation to the medical or mental health problems to make recommendations concerning the provision of services that will ensure maximum benefits for each patient.
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the care plan, ensuring timely access to necessary medical services.
- Regularly evaluate and update the care plan based on the patient's progress and changing needs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client assessments, care plans, interventions, and progress.
- Coordinate with insurance providers, public agencies, and community organizations to advocate for clients' access to necessary resources and services.
- Comply with legal and ethical guidelines regarding client confidentiality and information security.
- Advocate for clients’ rights and assist in resolving any barriers to accessing healthcare services.
- Educate clients about their living conditions and self-care techniques.
- Assist clients in understanding and adhering to prescribed medication regimens and healthcare recommendations.
- Offer information and referrals to relevant community resources and support services.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social workers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination of care.
- Facilitate communication between the client, facility operator and the healthcare team, ensuring that all parties are well-informed and involved in decision-making.
- Attend interdisciplinary meetings and contribute insights regarding clients' medical and psychosocial needs.
- Prepare reports summarizing client' medical and social situations, highlighting any significant changes or concerns.
- Makes referrals to and works with various public and private health, mental health or other agencies to resolve client's personal and social problems.
- Develop individualized care plans for low-risk clients in collaboration with the patient, healthcare team, and other relevant parties.
Desired Qualifications
- One year of experience providing services to patients and clients in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation, residential, or health care facilities.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of professional casework experience interviewing, counseling, and assisting patients/clients with social problems.
- A valid California Class C Driver’s License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions, including driving to locations throughout Los Angeles County
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare systems, and available community resources.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with diverse individuals and build effective relationships. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in healthcare.
- Proficiency in using computer systems and healthcare software for documentation and data management.
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
- A valid California Class C Driver’s License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions, including driving to locations throughout Los Angeles County
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Successful clearing through the Live Scan and the Health Clearance process with the County of Los Angeles.
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Homeless health care experience.
- Familiarity with complex care management services for the care of high-need/high-cost Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
- Demonstrated teaching and communication skills with non-clinical and clinical staff.
- Experience/expertise in trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
- Familiarity with Department of Mental Health, Department of Public Health and community mental health and substance use programs and resources.
- Physical class 2: light physical effort/lifting up to 10 lbs., some bending, stooping or squatting, and considerable walking.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.71 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person