Temporary Medical Social Worker - Care Management

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary position and the length of assignment is estimated to go through the end of 2025. The length of the assignment is always dependent on business need and dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, if selected, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Complex Case Management Supervisor – Pediatrics (RN), this position:

• Develops and manages an individualized intervention plan for members referred into the Case Management program with the goal of promoting optimal, achievable outcomes in the most cost effective and appropriate manner


• Works n conjunction with the interdisciplinary Case Management team to facilitate quality outcomes across the continuum by educating members, providers, external agencies, and internal departments and providing assistance in navigating the managed care system


• Participates in Quality Improvement efforts, to continually evaluate the Case Management Program’s effectiveness and its quality driven, cost effective achievable goals and outcomes for Alliance members

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To read the full position description, and list of requirements click here. 

• Knowledge of:




• The principles and practices of case management including assessment, care/treatment planning, discharge planning and documentation


• The availability and means of utilizing community resources for special services


• Medi-Cal and related policies and regulations 




• Ability to:
  
  
  
  • Use pro-active customer services skills in handling complex and demanding situations
  
  
  • Advocate on behalf of the individual to assure quality of care and attainment of appropriate goals
  
  
  • Create, document, and implement intervention plans
  
  
  
  


• Education and Experience:
  
  
  
  • Master’s Degree in Social Work and three years of Social Service experience in an acute care setting, community agency or managed care environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying
  
  
  
  

OTHER INFORMATION

• We are in a hybrid work environment, and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.


• While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.


• In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.


• This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits that are listed below (this is standard language from our regular job posts and cannot be altered or removed). Temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options. 

The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below. 

The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).

OUR BENEFITS 

Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans


• Ample Paid Time Off 


• 12 Paid Holidays per year


• 401(a) Retirement Plan


• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan


• Robust Health and Wellness Program


• Onsite EV Charging Stations

ABOUT US

We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us. 

Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.

The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer

At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.