Social Worker

CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced TEMP - Social Worker to join our team.

This Social Worker (Care Manager) will assess prospective members for the various programs available. The incumbent will be responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, modifying and documenting care plans.

The incumbent will accept referrals for case management and will make recommendations for the appropriate level of care and measures needed to successfully manage care.

Full Office Duties & Responsibilities : Care Management Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to identify and work toward timely resolution of issues related to psychosocial needs, including assistance with financial issues, transportation and community support services.

Assists in the coordination of the member's identified psychosocial needs, utilizing community resources and support when appropriate.

Works with external utilization management personnel and the community in identifying members who could benefit from case management services and to actualize service plans.

Provides social work consultation and education to members and their families and acts as an advocate as needed. Analyzes assessments to identify individual needs and resources that are most appropriate to meet the member's needs.

Monitors all services provided to members and ensures necessary and available resources are being utilized. Evaluates and anticipates members' needs, provides support, and maintains a role as the members' liaison while forecasting independence and decision-making on their part.

Provides referrals based on the members' assessed needs. Partners and communicates with the members, family members, significant other(s), physicians and other health care providers to accomplish goals identified on the care plan.

Participates in proactive identification of members appropriate care management. Initiates appropriate follow-up care and develops individual care management service / care plans incorporating assessment, education, resource planning and coordination of services of those patients accepted for case management.

Accepts referrals for case management and serves as CalOptima Health's liaison to community agencies, organizations and State of California personnel.

Maintains documentation of case management plans / interventions and statistics required to demonstrate the impact of case management or quality, cost effective care.

Initiates case conferences as needed. 25% - Support Services Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.

Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals / priorities for the department.

Develops and maintains a network of current community resources and services where members can be referred for assistance.

5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications : Master's degree in social work required. 2 years of experience working with the gerontology population required.

Experience with behavioral health, health facility, health plans, counseling, case management, home health or hospice required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying.

Valid driver's license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office 50% of the time or more.

Preferred Qualifications : Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Farsi, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese).

Required Licensure / Certifications : Knowledge Abilities : Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds.

Work independently and exercise sound judgment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work a flexible schedule;

available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills.

Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner. Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration.

Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees / coalitions. Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.

g., Microsoft Office : Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications / systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and / or other information applicable to the position assignment.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations) : Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.

Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication / conversation / responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.

Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.

Lifting and moving objects, patients and / or equipment 10 to 25 pounds

Work Environment : If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location : Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and / or variable work hours, with travel as needed.

There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

If located at PACE : Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.

The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. If located in the Community : Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and / or variable work hours, with travel as needed.

Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.

The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. About CalOptima Health : CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents.

Our motto "Better. Together. is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health.

We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring.

CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization.

It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay! CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives.

Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.

CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position.

CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion / religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

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