EMS Case Manager - Cooper University Hospital

About Us:

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

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Short Description:

The EMS case manager provides crisis intervention, consultation, referrals, and brief interventions to patients receiving buprenorphine via EMS. The role also completes follow-up with patients to assist in treatment linkages and navigating complex social service applications such as housing applications, disability enrollments, etc.

Experience Required:

Completes patient assessments to determine needs
Provides patients with relevant resources
Uses brief interventions to refer and link patients to appropriate services
Provides administrative support and assists in program development
Uses brief interventions to link patient to appropriate services
Supports EMS navigator and paramedic teams in addressing SDOH barriers for EMS clients
As needed accompany team members in conducting community outreach to engage hard to reach clients.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree

License/Certification Requirements:

Certified Social Worker or Licensed Social Worker Preferred

Special Requirements:

Lived experience and/or experience working in harm reduction or substance use treatment spaces preferred.