Case Manager and Companion

LF OFFICE LLC
New York, NY, United States
Full-time

Benefits / Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

401(k), Medical and Dental Coverage

Job Summary

We are seeking a Case Manager and Companion to join our team! In this role, you will be working for a private family office in Manhattan, providing in home care and companionship to a young woman with mental health challenges.

  • Responsibilities include management of health care plan and needs, including communication with her healthcare team; creating sustainable lifestyle habits and enforcing them with daily encouragement;
  • communicating on her behalf to financial institutions and legal team; coaching her through every day challenges and seasons of life;
  • staying in close communication with her family and caretakers; building a simple budget and action plan to help her understand her needs to sustain her lifestyle;

general life maintenance including helping pay bills, get groceries, plan for vacations, and maintain a happy life. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable with a background in coaching or helping similarly challenged individuals.

Responsibilities

Providing companionship and conversation

Assist with organization and planning of day to day activities as well as longer term planning

Help client develop a life plan to gain more independence

Manage and monitor medication levels and refills

Manage appointments and care across medical providers

Daily encouragement to move tasks and habits in a positive direction

Communicating with medical care team and family on clients status and needs

Light housekeeping activities when needed (mostly organization and helping develop good habits and routines)

Occasional travel with client may be required (less than 3 wks / year)

Qualifications

5+ years experience as a Companion, Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, RN or similar role.

Psychiatric experience preferred

First aid and CPR certified

Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Tolerant of cats

Compassionate, respectful, ethical, patient

Ability to be "on call" in emergency situations

22 days ago
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