Case Manager - CareStar, Inc.

Case Manager - Frederick: Rare and Expensive Case Management
Ready to join a growing company whose work profoundly impacts people’s lives in their community, who offers an excellent learning environment, opportunities to advance and the ability to work alongside talented business leaders/professionals? CareStar is bidding to be a Statewide Case Management Services Provider to Individuals who qualify for the Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program through the Maryland Department of Health. To provide these services in Maryland, CareStar, Inc. is currently seeking a Case Manager in the Clinical Department who will identify, coordinate and oversee the delivery of services to enhance the health, safety, and general well-being of participants and help them achieve their goals toward maximum independence. ​​

THE POSITION

CareStar is looking for motivated individuals who: 

• Current/active license as a Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker or Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Social Services or related field.
• Nationally Recognized Certification in Case Management within two (2) years of employment. Examples of nationally recognized certifications include CCM, C-ASWCM or C-SWCM.
• Have at least two (2) years of experience in providing healthcare Case Management services to individuals with complex medical needs. 
• Functions as the team leader in the development and implementation of the consumer’s care plan, including the authorization of the amount, scope and duration of services.
• Completes home visits and/or appropriate contacts and monitors services, in compliance with CareStar Case Management and assessment expectations and the rules specified in the assigned program.
• Conducts Person-Centered Planning Process, health and safety, social and environmental assessments, and annual Level of Care in accordance with established guidelines, including ensuring cultural considerations are addressed in the service planning process.
• Incident report completion, submission and follow-ups using State approved process. Identifies and reports high-risk situations with consumer and independently takes appropriate action to mitigate health risks to the individual.
• Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.
• Understands and complies with CareStar Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.
• Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar, Inc.

THE LOCATION
The position is open in Maryland and is responsible for covering a geographical region of the state based on caseload.

THE COMPANY
CareStar was founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio with the mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives.  We continue to be an industry leader in the field of Long-Term Care Case Management, Assessment, Population Health Management and Innovative Software Development Solutions.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Remote working opportunities.
• Shared ownership benefit through the CareStar Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Competitive salary based upon experience, education and knowledge.
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, vision, and life-insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous Safe Harbor company matching contribution.
• Paid vacations and 10 holidays per year.