Medical Health Advocate *Hybrid LSW/LPC*

$48,900 - $61,100/Yr

Equitas Health - Akron, OH

Akron, OH

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Case Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services at Equitas Health and identifying and assisting HIV+ persons needing case management services throughout Ohio. The individual will operate in accordance with the established professional standards and guidelines as stated by the Ohio Revised Code and put forth by the Ohio Counselor, Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. The individual will operate in accordance with the established professional standards and guidelines for the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and agree to adhere to NASW standards for social work management.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality case management for clients and their families by assisting them to access medical services, health insurance, Ryan White benefits, and other resources and services to improve health outcomes, housing stability, and employment and income attainment.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for people with HIV/AIDS seeking services at intake and complete update assessments each bi-annually and as needed.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate individual case plans for each assigned client at intake, bi-annually, and as needed thereafter.
• Function as a central and primary access point for financial assistance programs, including but not limited to Ryan White Treatment Modernization Act (Part B and C), HOPWA short term rental assistance, and other assistance programs as appropriate.
• Assess client's mental health needs and provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Assist client with linkage to resources such as housing, respite, nutritional assistance, palliative care, chore assistance, transportation and social functions.
• Navigate community workforce programs and provide supportive services to clients that address the unique barriers to employment PLWHA may face.
• Identify and engage health care professionals in the region to provide quality services to HIV+ individuals.
• Represent Equitas Health within the community, engaging other service providers and providing education about special needs associated with a client living with HIV/AIDS.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality of clients by adhering to Equitas Health Confidentiality Policy and Procedure, HIPAA, and other established professional standards and guidelines.
• Maintain documentation through Equitas Health, ODH, and other software systems.
• Ensure effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Achieve productivity standards maintained by Equitas Health.
• Participate in and complete Peer Review Audits monthly.
• Coordinate with clients in order to maintain Active status through Ryan White and other programs.
• Responsible for accurate and timely completion of documentation.
• Attend trainings, as assigned, to improve case management skills.
• Participate in Motivational Interviewing trainings and Learning Groups.
• Prepare for and attend individual and group supervision per Supervisor's schedule.
• Demonstrate unconditional positive regard to clients.
• Demonstrate continuous growth and development of Cultural Competency.
• Attend monthly, quarterly, and as needed meetings in-person at multiple agency sites and community partner locations.
• Utilize email, Skype, phone, and other telecommunication options to participate in meetings across sites.
• Other duties as assigned related to this position by supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of BS/BSW and LSW or LPC required.
• Must have sensitivity to, interest in and competence in cultural differences, HIV/AIDS, minority health, sexual practices, and a demonstrated competence in working with persons of color, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community.
• Community-based Case Management and training experience desired.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and other computer applications required.
• Reliable transportation, driver's license and proof of auto insurance required.
• Knowledge and adherence to social work standards and ethics.

Benefits

• Salary range: $48,900-$61,100