Description and Benefits

Job Title: Care Manager
Department: Operations
Reporting to: Care Manager Supervisor
Type of position: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Supervises: N/A

Location: 3040 Route 22 West, Suite 210 Branchburg, NJ 08876

What we do at TCCMO: Tri County Care Management Organization (CMO) is a nonprofit organization that provides care management (case management) services for children with complex behavioral, developmental, or addiction challenges in Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties. We partner with families and communities to help youth succeed at home, in school, and in the community. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

Prepares a short-term crisis plan.
Schedules and conducts Family Team Meetings.
Prepares, with input from the Family Team, Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
Follow established timelines for meetings, calls, documentation, and plan submission.
Seeks authorizations for provider services for the child and family.
Maintains contact with child and family team and system providers as required.
Seeks and recommends community support and services for the child and family.
Enters and maintains all required information in the electronic health record and internal youth file.
Participates actively in formal and informal quality review efforts as appropriate.
Participates in required training and seeks additional training opportunities to enhance skills.
Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned and schedules and conducts initial face to face family meetings.

*Note: Job duties described herein are not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Tri County CMO provides a supportive and flexible teamwork environment with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous paid time off (PTO) and medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Tri County Care Management Organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. TCCMO may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time during the employment relationship.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related discipline.
At least one year of experience in a child service system environment. 

A valid driver's license in good standing and a vehicle able to be used for business purposes are required

Knowledge and Skills
Computer/IT knowledge including, the ability to work in Windows-based systems, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and Cyber.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work effectively with families and youth with respect to services and supports.
Ability to adapt to changing needs and respond to critical incidents.
Ability to work independently as well as lead Child/Family Team and coordinate services with system providers, partners, families, and the public.
Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and manage deadlines.
Ability to understand and mediate between and among the demands of various systems
Knowledge of system partners e.g. Division of Developmental Disabilities, Department of Education, and Juvenile Justice Commission.
Knowledge of mental health theories, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of the local community regarding including social, and economic factors impacting the population served.

Standards and Competencies:

Adheres to HIPAA standards and maintains confidentiality.
Complies with all agency policies, practices, and procedures.
Maintains a valid driver’s license in good standing and has a vehicle available with automobile insurance for business use.
Participates in mandatory meetings and trainings.
Capable of and willing to conduct in-home visits/meetings, and transport youth/families in a company vehicle.
Maintains eligibility to work in NJ State DCF and Medicaid-funded programs.
Maintains a high level of professionalism at all times.
Participates in regular supervision and performance evaluation process.
Maintains the highest ethical standards.
Maintains a strength-based approach, and fosters collaborations.