Salary: $22.44 - $26.05 Per Hour
SUMMARY
Housing for Health (HFH) is a program office within Health Services Administration, a division under the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). HFH was created and put into implementation in support of the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative recommendations in response to and in support of the County’s effort to address and combat homelessness in the communities residing within Los Angeles County. Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees work both remotely and from the office, as needed.
The Medical Case Worker, as part of the Client Wellness Team, will work under the supervision of the Senior Clinical Social Worker whose primary responsibility is to assess the needs, situations, strengths, and support networks of clients at the ERC facility. The goal is to facilitate the transition of homeless individuals into permanent housing and provide comprehensive care within a 24-hour licensed care facility.
Furthermore, the Medical Case Worker will establish close collaboration with clients to facilitate the development and execution of personalized care plans, ensuring the fulfillment of their needs and the support of their goals. The MCW will actively engage in conducting needs assessment and care planning, delivering supportive services, managing cases, maintaining documentation and reporting, advocating for clients, and performing other vital functions as outlined below.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under close direction of the professional staff, functions as a member of a multidisciplinary ERC clinical and program teams providing services to clients licensed care facilities to perform the following functions:
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience in case management, preferably in a healthcare setting in a medical case worker or case manager capacity. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare systems, and available community resources.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with diverse individuals and build effective relationships. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in healthcare.
Proficiency in using computer systems and healthcare software for documentation and data management.
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling Occasionally
Reach Outward Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not Applicable
Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5 hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
Salary : $22 - $26
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