Care Coordination Team Member - Access and Referral/PASRR Evaluator

NorthKey Community Care is seeking a Care Coordination Team Member, Access and Referral/PASRR Evaluator to join our team. Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: 502 Farrell Drive, Covington, KY 41011. 

PERKS & PAY

• Salary: $37,648 
• Potential for up to 12% annual contingency bonus
• Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
• HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional Development
• FREE Supervision!
• Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, or related field; OR Bachelor’s degree in any field not closely related to human services PLUS one year of human services-related experience
• Relevant knowledge, training, and experience in the behavioral health field.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

JOB DUTIES

•  Engage clients in a structured, collaborative relationship which empowers them to gain necessary skills in a variety of areas related to recovery and self-management of their mental health, substance abuse, or developmental disability.
• Promote environmental and psychosocial health and maximize independence to improve and maintain lifelong well-being and functional status.   
• Provide evidence-based care concerning complex cases of vulnerable individuals with a developmental and/or intellectual disability. 
• Effectively address functional challenges of individuals served.
• Identify and address risks and current or potential gaps in care to prevent unnecessary deterioration that could result in hospitalizations, emergency room visits, or loss of independence in vocational, academic, and/or social functioning.
• Participate in the development of an individualized interdisciplinary plan of care for individuals in need of care coordination.
•  Complete initial and/or annual and other mandatory trainings as assigned related to care coordination and case management.
• Collaborate with other members of the care team involved in the client’s case.
• In relation to Access and Referral
  • Assist with the waiver application process with individuals and families, and gather necessary documentation to complete the application process

• In relation to PASRR Evaluations:

• Coordinates and completes all PASRR Level II evals in the KLOC system
• Works in conjunction with the Team Leader of SGF/PASRR and Access and Referral to oversee staff compliance with internal NorthKey procedures and IDD regulations.
  • Prepares and submits high-quality reports and informational requests, internally and externally, promptly as requested by the Team Leader of SGF/PASRR and Access and Referral.
  • Meet all PASRR Evaluator requirements as outlined in the PASRR Manual

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and client confidentiality.
• Educate clients and/or families and significant others on resources to assist with identified needs. 
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures regarding documentation, training, and appropriate/timely services to clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

IN RELATION TO ADMINISTRATION

• Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
• Adhere to confidentiality in all matters about client information.
• Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
• Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
• Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Board members, state and governmental staff, sub-contractors and vendors of NorthKey.
• Represent NorthKey in a professionally appropriate manner.

Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided quality, evidence-based mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Join our team to help us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives and Communities Through Excellence in Mental Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disabilities Services!