JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
Molina Healthcare Services (HCS) works with members, providers and multidisciplinary team members to assess, facilitate, plan and coordinate an integrated delivery of care across the continuum, including behavioral health and long-term care, for members with high need potential. HCS staff work to ensure that patients progress toward desired outcomes with quality care that is medically appropriate and cost-effective based on the severity of illness and the site of service.
This position will support our Senior Whole Health business. Senior Whole Health by Molina is a Managed Long-Term Care (MLTC), and Medicaid Advantage (MAP) plan. These plans streamline the delivery of long-term services to chronically ill or disabled people who are eligible for Medicaid and Medicare. We are looking for Case Managers with Long-term Services and Supports (LTSS) experience, strong organizational and time management skills. The Case Manager must be able to manage remote work in a fast paced environment. Experience with homecare (CDPAS/PCA/PCS), Medicaid, food stamp, housing benefits within a medical model is highly preferred. This team works with a diverse population which included the geriatric, BH, and pediatric population. LCSW or LMSW licensure is required.
This is a remote position providing support within the five boroughs and extended area (New Jersey, CT)
Work hours are Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm EST.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Completes face-to-face comprehensive assessments of members per regulated timelines.
Facilitates comprehensive waiver enrollment and disenrollment processes.
Develops and implements a case management plan, including a waiver service plan, in collaboration with the member, caregiver, physician and/or other appropriate healthcare professionals and member's support network to address the member needs and goals.
Performs ongoing monitoring of the 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, home and community to enhance the continuity of care for Molina members.
Assesses for medical necessity and authorize all appropriate waiver services.
Evaluates covered benefits and advise appropriately regarding funding source.
Conducts face-to-face or home visits as required.
Facilitates interdisciplinary care team meetings for approval or denial of services and informal ICT collaboration.
Uses motivational interviewing and Molina clinical guideposts to educate, support and motivate change during member contacts.
Assesses for barriers to care, provides care coordination and assistance to member to address psycho/social, financial, and medical obstacles concerns.
Identifies critical incidents and develops prevention plans to assure member's health and welfare.
50-75% local travel required.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
At least 1 year of experience working with persons with disabilities/chronic conditions and Long Term Services & Supports.
1-3 years in case management, disease management, managed care or medical or behavioral health settings.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
3-5 years in case management, disease management, managed care or medical or behavioral health settings.
1 year experience working with population who receive waiver services.
LMSW or LCSW licensure
Bilingual: Spanish
Experience with homecare (CDPAS/PCA/PCS), Medicaid, food stamp, housing benefits
PREFERRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:
Active and unrestricted Certified Case Manager (CCM)
Active, unrestricted State Nursing license (LVN/LPN) OR Clinical Social Worker license in good standing
Valid driver's license with good driving record and be able to drive within applicable state or locality with reliable transportation
Pay Range: $24.00 - $46.81 an hour*
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
