SMR Case Manager
About The Position
ShelterCare's Medical Respite (SMR) program of Eugene, OR is seeking to hire a full-time Case Manager. This position works with individuals with high level chronic or acute medical needs and are experiencing homelessness who are referred to the 30-day Medical Respite program . During their 30-day, post-hospital recuperation, individuals can focus on their health needs while the Case Manager help them create sustainable connections to community resources and medical providers. SMR is a facility that provides safe, emergency shelter for people who are unhoused and recently have been discharged from the hospital after an acute medical episode, yet still require limited care. As an SMR Case Manager you will help participants identify health improvement goals, develop plans for achieving those goals, and support individuals as they navigate care systems. Documentation and data collection are critical to the success of this program. The Case Manager will also coach participants in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care. You will assist participants in understanding care plans and instructions, and facilitate communication and coordination between providers. You will also help participants to utilize resources, schedule appointments, complete application paperwork, and access health-related services including obtaining a medical home and overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care. See attached document for full position description. The SMR Case Manager is a non-exempt hourly position. The starting wage for this position is $23.68 - $25.16 per hour; depending on a number of factors. This position is considered essential and will be required to work holidays as scheduled . If it's a ShelterCare paid holiday, you will receive holiday pay plus pay for your time worked . The schedule for this position will include a working a weekend day (either Saturday or Sunday).
Requirements
- 3 years in healthcare or social services – or – Bachelor's degree in healthcare or social services
- Awareness and understanding of the issues facing low-income people in the community and has an ability to work with consumers toward developing appropriate independence and increased self-sufficiency
- Ability to drive agency vehicles
- Effective Communication
- Negotiation and Collaboration
- Scheduling and Time Management
- Leadership
- Risk Management
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
- Use of technology for email spreadsheets, documents, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Prior electronic health records experience is strongly preferred
- Experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness
Responsibilities
- help participants identify health improvement goals
- develop plans for achieving those goals
- support individuals as they navigate care systems
- coach participants in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care
- assist participants in understanding care plans and instructions
- facilitate communication and coordination between providers
- help participants to utilize resources, schedule appointments, complete application paperwork, and access health-related services including obtaining a medical home and overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous paid time off
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Pet friendly environment
- Paid volunteer hours
- Wellness stipend
- PSLF - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
