Intake Specialist - CareStar, Inc.

Intake Specialist (RN/LSW)- Stark and surrounding counties

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, Inc. is currently seeking an intake specialist in the clinical department to conduct program assessments (FLEXIBLE HOURS) using program and CareStar identified tools and process. The Assessment Specialist will provide recommendations for eligibility per program and CareStar guidelines.

THE POSITION

CareStar is looking for motivated individuals who/to:

• Active license as a Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker or Registered Nurse.
• Experience working with the populations served by the applicable program and experience in the home and community-based services environment for a minimum of 12 months.
• Maintains and builds knowledge of the State and program requirements.
• Maintains and builds on knowledge of Medicare, third party payers, community resources, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Completes visits to assess for eligibility for specified program and conducts safety assessments, in compliance with CareStar and department guidelines.
• Documents all applicant and case-related contacts and interventions in applicants record per agency and CareStar policy, including standards of content and timeliness.
• Processes specific Program Eligibility Assessment Tool (PEAT) or other tools and all related documents per agency and CareStar policy.
• Effective oral and written communications skills with attention to detail in assessment and documentation; ability to prioritize multiple tasks; proficient computer skills with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
• 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

This position is open in Stark County and is responsible for covering the surrounding counties.

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.
• 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.

Come be part of a team that values and challenges you! If these responsibilities, qualifications and benefits catch your interest, apply today at CareStar’s Career page at www.carestar.com/careers.