Clinical Manager

Description

Position Summary:

• Clinical Manager provides client care consistent with Caring Connection policies, procedures and code of conduct.  

• The Clinical Manager is responsible for maintaining adequate control and accountability for medications as outlined in the medication policy. 

• The Clinical Manager is responsible for compiling and communicating monthly chart reviews or requirements per facility, updating Adult Day Services (ADS) care plans quarterly, and communicating with caregivers/families/ Care Managers and physicians regarding a client’s condition, as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a co-chair of the Health & Safety Committee.

• Helps to organize and facilitate support groups, or community outreach

• Other duties as assigned. 

Adult Day Services: (ADS)

Clinical Manager

• Assists with eligibility determination of new admission

• Assists with admission assessment of each client upon intake.

• Assist with the development of person-centered care planning 

• Assist with the nutrition program and understand requirements

• Assist with wellness screenings and assessments

• Will provide support and resources to clients and caregivers as needed.

• Participates with the Adult Day Services team in providing a safe and healthy environment for the client and staff.

• Assist ADS team members with medical emergencies as needed; to ensure client safety.

• Assist with the development, and training of elements related to health, safety, and medical 

Care Management:

• Updating ADS care plans quarterly and communicating with caregivers/families/ Agency Care Managers and physicians, regarding a client’s condition, as needed.

• Assists in training of ADS Staff, new hire training and provide Caring Connection with best practice recommendations to ensure client safety.

• Will complete forms and reports as needed for grant compliance.

• Create and generate internal processes to ensure organizational accountability.

Requirements

Qualifications:

· Demonstrates skills in nursing or social work practice conducive to Adult Day Services (observe client in the environment, listen to clients, and patience with the elderly and disabled).

· Demonstrates good organizational and communication skills and maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

· Ability to utilize infection control procedures.

· Must have the ability to lift 25 lbs.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and using the Internet.

· Ability to complete multiple duties and tasks correctly and on time without being prompted.

· Willing to learn program specific computer applications.

· Ability to work cooperatively with management and staff across all levels.

· Working knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease, related dementia's and disabilities.

Minimum Education and Experience:

· Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN), License Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Michigan or Social Work degree (BSW or higher) 

· Minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred.  

Special Conditions of Employment:

· Valid Driver’s License, a working motor vehicle, and proof of current vehicle insurance.

· Undergo a State background check with no recent felony convictions and no abuse/neglect convictions. 

· Undergo and successfully pass State and National Sexual Offender Background Checks and Central Registry Clearance check.

· Undergo and successfully pass Office of Inspector General, System for Award Management and driving record checks.

· Negative TB screening upon hire with follow-up TB tests as required by Caring Connection policy.

Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule