Care Management Professional - Extender (3752)

About Us

Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment.
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We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach.
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We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve.

About the Role

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced, evolving climate while meeting the needs (Healthcare, Housing, Food Support) of some of the communities most vulnerable members. This role requires a candidate that is highly organized, excellent time management skills, and strong social boundaries. The candidate must be comfortable managing a high volume of outbound and inbound member calls on a daily basis . Must demonstrate strong assertive engagement skills, with the ability to effectively connect with hard-to-reach members and build rapport with individuals who have complex needs. Display experience working in a performance-driven environment with established weekly and monthly productivity standards, quality metrics, and performance expectations.

The Care Management Extender is an integral part of the Tailored Care Management team approach to integrated care for behavioral health and medical care by supporting the members through collaborative efforts that improve member outcomes with activities such as linking members to medication management, coordinating physical and behavioral health care needs, educating members, building trust between members and their practitioners, supporting and connecting members to community recovery programs, and enhancing communication and continuity of care.

• Monitor members (in person and by telephone) for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications;
• Evaluate findings and assist members/families in developing an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) with appropriate goals;
• Support and closely coordinate whole-person health care with the member’s primary care provider and other treating health providers.
• Provide or facilitate resources internally or in the community for members/families, and make referrals and provide follow-up as appropriate (e.g., social services such as housing assistance, vocational rehabilitation, substance use treatment);
• Ensure all treating providers involved in the member’s care are up to date on the latest test results and information.

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay aligned with your role, experience, and contribution, with opportunities for growth over time.

• Compensation: $17.36 - $22.29

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• Work in a fast-paced environment supporting members with healthcare, housing, food assistance, and other essential needs.
• Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound calls while building trust and engaging with members who have complex needs.
• Coordinate care by connecting members with healthcare providers, community resources, and support programs.
• Monitor member progress, assist with care planning, and help ensure communication between members, families, and treatment providers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular outreach to members by phone and in person to assess needs, provide support, and monitor progress.
• Connect members and families to healthcare services, housing assistance, food resources, and community programs.
• Assist in developing and updating individualized care plans to support members' health and wellness goals.
• Coordinate communication among healthcare providers, members, and families to ensure continuity of care and follow-up on referrals.