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Lutheran Social Service of MN Care Coordinator in St. Paul, Minnesota
Description Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us! Job Summary: As a Care Coordinator, you will conduct initial and annual comprehensive assessments to enrollees, create an individualized Plan of Care, coordinate the provision of services, and provide culturally appropriate person-centered care. As a Care Coordinator, you will ensure service accessibility through the promotion and enhancement of the enrollee's knowledge, resources, strengths, natural supports, independence, self-advocacy, empowerment, and health education while maintaining fiscal and professional accountability in compliance with rules and regulations as set by Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS), the contracted Managed Care Organization's (MCO's), Minnesota Department of Human Services (MNDHS), and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Qualifications and Requirements: Licensed Social Worker or Registered Nurse to practice in the state of Minnesota required. Minimum of one year of experience working with assessments and have a working knowledge of community resources. Valid driver's license. Must pass background study and motor vehicle check. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Computer skills to include basic knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office Suite. Must be detail oriented, highly organized, and possess analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to work independently and to participate actively in a team. Able to implement strategies to enhance delivery of services to culturally diverse populations. Able to recognize boundaries and exhibit patience, self-control, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. Bilingualism may be required. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Qualifications Education Associates of Nursing (preferred) Bachelors of Social Work (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.