Care Planner - MSSP

*About SCAN* SCAN Group is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to tackling the most pressing issues facing older adults in the United States.
SCAN Group is the sole corporate member of SCAN Health Plan, one of the nation’s leading not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plans, serving more than 270,000 members in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas & New Mexico.
SCAN has been a mission-driven organization dedicated to keeping seniors healthy and independent for more than 40 years and is known throughout the healthcare industry and nationally as a leading expert in senior healthcare.
SCAN employees are a group of talented, passionate professionals who are committed to supporting older adults on their aging journey, while also innovating healthcare for seniors everywhere.
Employees are provided in-depth training and access to state-of-the-art tools necessary to do their jobs, as well as development and growth opportunities.
SCAN takes great pride in recognizing our team members as experts in their fields and rewarding them for their efforts.
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*The Job* Provide long-term care management to frail, economically disadvantaged, culturally diverse older adults, disabled adults and caregivers in order to help them remain safely at home and to prevent premature institutionalization.
*You Will* Conduct in home and telephonic assessments, care planning, and client monitoring through contacts with the client, professionals and client’s support system.
Coordinate linkages with community-based services and resources.
Maintain legal and clinical written record of each client’s case by completing all necessary documentation (including assessment, care plans, service arrangements and client monitoring progress notes) in a timely manner.
Ensure timely implementation of services for clients by completing all work within required timeframes.
Address client’s needs by developing and implementing a comprehensive care plan specific to client’s objectives and goals, with a plan for resolution within a measurable time frame and appropriate interventions outlined.
Ensure coordination of services and continuity of care by maintaining on-going documentation of contacts with client, family and caregivers, service providers, health professionals, and others connected to the client’s care.
Maintain effective communication with the other disciplines working with client, provide feedback on the psychosocial aspects of a client’s situation and offer informal training to fellow care planners and staff in other disciplines.
Maintain accurate purchase of service records by completing accurate and timely monthly service authorizations and verifications to contracted vendors and following contract guidelines for service expenditures.
Increase knowledge of care planner functions, by keeping current on Medicare and Medi-Cal policies, Federal and State legislation affecting health and social services, maintaining updated community resource information, attending trainings as scheduled, actively participating in supervision, and striving to improve professionally.
Help to maintain census and provide excellent customer service in the community by participating in ongoing outreach activities.
Participate regularly in Case Conference, Quality Assurance chart reviews, completing other audits as required, helping to train new employees, participating in training sessions, and responding positively to suggestions for improvement.
Other duties as assigned.
*Your Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology or related field required.
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
1-2 years experience working with the elderly.
1+ year experience working in a hospital, home health agency or related setting in which the primary targeted population is older adults.
Ability to travel within program’s catchment area and visits to client homes is required.
Ability to perform home assessments, telephone monitoring, and travel to client homes throughout Los Angeles County.
Knowledge of environmental concerns of older adults; Theoretical understanding of the developmental needs for this population and means for intervention.
Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills; Demonstrated customer focus; and Ability to work well with others required.
Experience working in a case management setting, or a demonstrated knowledge of case management techniques preferred.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Travel 50+% of the time in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
Must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
*Covid-19 Vaccination Policy* To ensure a healthy and safe work environment, if you are selected for this position, your job offer with SCAN Health will be contingent upon being fully vaccinated and providing proof of your COVID-19 vaccine within 3 days after your start date.
Generally, you are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving the last dose, as recommended by the manufacturer, of a vaccine that has been authorized by the FDA for use in the United States, including vaccinations that have been approved pursuant to an Emergency Use Authorization.
If fully vaccinated outside of the United States, the vaccination must be listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization (WHO).
If you cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical reason or sincerely-held religious belief, you may request an accommodation to this requirement by contacting COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccination here - https://www.
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gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.
html *What's in it for you?* * Base salary range: $25.
35 - $40.
63 / hour * An annual employee bonus program * Robust Wellness Program * Generous paid-time-off (PTO) * Ten paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday * Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match * Robust employee recognition program * Tuition reimbursement * An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day! * We're always looking for talented people to join our team! Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply now! * At SCAN we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world.
Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces.
We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more.
SCAN is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace.
Individuals seeking employee will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
A background check is required.
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However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)Location: Long Beach,California,90806,United States, Long Beach, CA 90806Location: Long Beach,California,90806,United States, Long Beach, CA 90806 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.
35 - $40.
63 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Mileage reimbursement * Paid orientation * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Paid training * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * client home assessment: 1 year (Preferred) * elderly/seniors case management: 2 years (Required) Willingness to travel: * 50% (Required) Work Location: On the road