Life Care Manager Associate

Company: LivHOME
Location: Elmhurst
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Job Description:

In alignment with company mission, vision and values, the Life Care Manager Associate provides professional caregiver supervision and support which enhances efficiencies and improves client satisfaction and retention. In addition, the Life Care Manager Associate may provide billable care management services as delegated and supervised by a Life Care Manager (less than 30% of his/her time). Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs initial Caregiving Assessment gathering pertinent client information and creating Caregiving Plan document. Conducts home visits to supervise and support caregivers. Instructs caregivers to deliver services per Caregiving Plan. Supervises caregivers, including counseling, coaching and evaluating performance. Communicates with Life Care Manager and Internal Resources Group about caregiver and/or client issues, concerns or needs. Performs new caregiver introduction and orientation at the start of assignment. Ensures caregivers perform work safely and within the scope of their position, informing Area Lead of any issues. Documents and updates activity in multiple systems in compliance with company protocols. Performs on-call services to ensure 24 hour availability for concerns after business hours. Performs care management tasks as delegated and supervised by Life Care Manager. Performs all responsibilities in accordance with professional codes of ethics, LivHOME policies and procedures and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Ensures documentation of negative TB testing is on file for all caregivers, within seven days of hire and every 2 years thereafter. Provides general office support as needed. Performs other duties as assigned and consistent with the general nature of this exempt employee job description. Supervisory Responsibilities Life Care Manager Associate provides direct supervision and support for caregivers that are matched with active clients. He/she has the authority to assign / remove caregivers from assignment. Knowledge and Skill Requirements: 1-2 years of experience in a home care or elder care environment preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. LVN or bachelor---s degree in social work level of education preferred. PC literacy required. Ability to work in a team environment required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Valid driver---s license (state of residence) and proof of current auto insurance required.

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