Job description

Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Working at Community Connections of Franklin County is a uniquely rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission. Our mission is ensuring overall wellness for those we serve and support with thoughtfulness, empathy and care.

We at Community Connections of Franklin County, believe in a society where all individuals have the power to create their own opportunities and successes. Together we build a healthier, stigma free, trauma aware community.

Job Summary:

This position is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours per week. The Care Coordinator will work in the emergency department at Adirondack Medical Center and be responsible for all discharge planning activities for patients. Schedule may vary depending on usage in the emergency department. The Care Coordinator will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Job Responsibility:

· Provide input into patients discharge plan

· Assist patient with discharge planning activities including financial authorization for post discharge services.

· Build professional working relationships with clinic and emergency room staff that will further benefit the patient’s outcomes.

· Working in collaboration with patient, and assigned treatment team, provide input into barriers to care and alleviating these barriers for the safety of the patient.

· Liaison for patients presenting in the emergency department with physical or emotional symptoms related to domestic violence. Helps connect these patients to a service and supports of their choice.

· Serve as a liaison with other service providers or community supports for continuous improvement of services for patients, including those experiencing domestic violence.

· Meet with CCFC’s Chief Executive Officer weekly for supervision.

· Adhere to all CCFC’s policies and procedures.

· Adhere to the policies and procedures of community partners while on their premises performing work.

· Other duties assigned by CCFC Chief Executive Office.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years Care Coordination/Management experiences; or Associates Degree with 4+ years Care Coordination/Management experience.

· Reliable, trustworthy, sound decision making skills.

· Strong, verbal, writing and organizational skills.

· Strong computer skills.

· Demonstrated ability to assist interagency and outside agency employees in a professional, welcoming, and efficient manner.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality of patients in the emergency room. Full comprehension of HIPPA regulations.

· Availability to maintain a flexible work schedule.

· Ability to pass NYS Criminal Justice Background check, Office of Family and Children Service Background and not be listed on the NYS Staff Exclusion list.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.27 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saranac Lake, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Care Coordination: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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