WHY JOIN JFS?
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.
OUR VALUES
Be a Mensch - A person who is ethical, decent, and admirable. It's someone who acts with integrity and honor, often showing kindness and consideration towards others. Being called a Mensch is a compliment suggesting that one's character is upright, responsible, and morally sound.
Be Person-Centered - Meeting individuals where they are at.
Be Culturally Responsive - Creating purpose-built spaces and programs for our clients that respect their culture.
Be Resolute - Tenacity, solution-seeking, and getting stuff done.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Care Coordinator-HARP works with an assigned caseload of clients who are enrolled in the health home program and in a Health and Recovery Plan (HARP). In addition to providing these patients with health home care coordination services, the Care Coordinator- HARP also assists clients with accessing Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) and Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment Services (CORE). The Care Coordinator-HARP conducts the NYS Eligibility Assessment, develops, and maintains the HCBS Plan of Care, and links clients to HCBS and CORE providers in the community. The Care Coordinator- HARP also provides education to clients about HARP benefits and assists other care coordinators at JFS with linking their HARP enrolled clients to HARP services.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a caseload of clients enrolled in HARP and provide care coordination services in compliance with health home policy and standards of care.
- Conduct home visits with clients and travels into the community to meet with clients in other community-based settings, including medical provider appointments, hospitals, residential settings, and other community service provider offices.
- Conduct comprehensive assessment and develop a patient-centered Plan of Care to address client needs. Assist clients with achieving their goals, in accordance with the Plan of Care.
- Complete crisis plan with all client on assigned caseload and review with client at least annually.
- Conduct annual case review with client and members of the client's care team to review the Plan of Care and address barriers that prevent client from meeting their Plan of Care goals.
- Successfully complete the HARP Assessment training in the Uniform Assessment System for New York (UAS-NY). Performs HARPs assessments/reassessments; maintains an active Health Commerce System (HCS) account.
- Monitor the delivery of HCBS services to ensure clients are following through with goals identified in their HCBS care plans.
- Assist client with coordination of appointments including but not limited to scheduling, rescheduling, providing appointment reminders and arranging transportation.
- Works closely with the interdisciplinary care team including primary care providers, medical specialists, mental health providers, residential services, substance abuse treatment program, etc.
- Conduct research on community resources and government benefit programs to determine eligibility criteria, provide appropriate referrals, and perform follow up activities for referrals.
- Utilize culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate strategies to engage and deliver services to clients.
- Accurately document all interactions with clients and all efforts made towards client engagement. Submit all progress notes within 48 hours of the client encounter.
- Collaborate and case conference with the MCO HARP Care Manager, HCBS, and CORE providers to ensure on-going client linkage and engagement in HCBS and CORE.
- Effectively utilize electronic systems, including Netsmart, HEALTHeLink, PSYCKES, and ePACES.
- Provide education to other members of the Care Coordination Division team on HARP, HCBS, and CORE and assists with transferring of newly HAREP enrolled clients between caseloads as needed.
- Attend agency and department in-service training and staff meetings as well as any other agency related activities as required.
- Effectively support health home programs on an as needed basis.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree in any of the following: child & family studies, community mental health, counseling, education, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, recreation, recreation therapy, rehabilitation, social work, sociology, or speech and hearing AND
- Two (2) years of experience providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness, developmental disabilities, alcoholism, or substance abuse, and/or children with SED
OR
- Bachelor's level education or higher in any field with three years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses
OR
- Bachelor's level education or higher in any field and two (2) years of experience as a Health Home care manager serving the SMI or SED population.
- Exhibited ability to effectively work within an inclusive and culturally and linguistically diverse environment.
- Strong internet research and computer skills, especially with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based health information systems.
- Bilingual skills desirable. English speaking and writing fluency required.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of chronic conditions, including chronic mental conditions, HIV/AIDS, and serious mental illness.
- Ability to work some nights/weekends, as needed.
This position requires travel between sites and therefore, you must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and liability insurance in the amount of $100/$300K. Also, if hired, you must produce evidence of having received the Covid-19 vaccination.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary range of $25.00-$30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Benefits such as health insurance (Independent Health), accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) of 4+ weeks, 401k retirement plan with company match, and 13+ observed holidays.
- Reduced full-time work week of 35 hours and early close on Fridays.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The chance to make meaningful impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.
The above pay range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If this sounds like the opportunity that you've been looking for, please apply today by completing our application located at Please provide a resume and cover letter along with your application.
Jewish Family Services of Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.