Care Manager, LTSS - Boone, Dekalb, Kendall/LaSalle

Provides support for care management/care coordination long-term services and supports (LTSS)-specific activities. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team coordinating integrated delivery of member care across the continuum for members with high-need potential. Strives to ensure member progress toward desired outcomes and contributes to overarching strategy to provide quality and cost-effective member care. Develops and implements care plans, including a waiver service plan in collaboration with members, caregivers, physicians and/or other appropriate health care professionals and member support network to address the member needs and goals. Performs ongoing monitoring of care plan to evaluate effectiveness, document interventions and goal achievement, and suggest changes accordingly. Promotes integration of services for members including behavioral health care and long-term services and supports (LTSS) and home and community resources to enhance continuity of care. Assesses for medical necessity and authorizes all appropriate waiver services. Facilitates interdisciplinary care team (ICT) meetings for approval or denial of services and informal ICT collaboration. Assesses for barriers to care and provides care coordination and assistance to members to address psycho/social, financial, and medical obstacles concerns. Collaborates with licensed care managers/leadership as needed or required.25-40% estimated local travel may be required (based upon state/contractual requirements).At least 2 years of health care experience, including at least 1 year of experience working with persons with disabilities/chronic conditions long-term services and supports (LTSS), and 1 year of experience in care management, or experience in a medical and/or behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Clinical licensure and/or certification required ONLY if required by state contract, regulation, business operating model, or state board licensing mandates. In some states, a bachelor's degree in a health care related field may be required (dependent upon state/contractual requirements).Valid and unrestricted driver's license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance for job related travel requirements, unless otherwise required by law. Demonstrated knowledge of community resources. Ability to work within a variety of settings and adjust style as needed - working with diverse populations, various personalities and personal situations. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and self-motivation. Time-management and prioritization skills, and ability to focus on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to change. Microsoft Office suite/applicable software program proficiency, and ability to navigate online portals and databases.