Care Navigator

Join the GLSS Team and make a difference every day! GLSS is looking for talented and caring individuals to join our team.

Benefits:

GLSS embraces the need for our Employees to have work-life balance and offers a generous benefits package that starts on your date of hire! Depending on your scheduled hours of work you may be eligible for: Hybrid work schedule Medical and Dental insurance Health Spending Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Healthcare reimbursement & dependent care assistance 12 paid holidays each year 15 sick days per year 2+ weeks of vacation starting year 1 and increasing with your years of service 403b Retirement Savings Plan with an Agency match Agency paid life insurance Agency paid long term disability (LTD) Tuition Assistance after one year of employment Mileage reimbursement Employee Assistance Program to assist you in dealing with life challenges Employee referral bonuses of up to $1,000 Travel Assistance Program•Free Life Planning Services•Free Optional benefits including Vision, Pet Insurance, for you and your family members,

Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance Position Overview:

The Care Navigator is a core team member of the GUIDE Interdisciplinary Care Team (ICT) responsible for providing continuous, proactive care coordination for people living with dementia (PLWD) and their caregivers.

Position Responsibilities:

This position ensures compliance with

CMS GUIDE

Model deliverables, including development and implementation of person-centered care plans, caregiver needs assessments, connection to community-based services, and documentation of services provided. The Care Navigator serves as a consistent point of contact for enrolled beneficiaries, helping them navigate the complex medical and social systems surrounding dementia care.

Qualifications:

BA/BS in social work, human services or related field preferred; case management and experience with the older adult population preferred; Associate degree with significant relevant work experience can be substituted for portion of degree. Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required as field work is an essential component of the position. Ability to conduct home visits throughout the GLSS service area. Understanding of dementia types, progression, and evidence-based support strategies. Excellent communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with team members, consumers and their support systems, providers and business partners. Ability to process information accurately and to make appropriate decisions based on the specific situation and circumstances. Effective documentation skills with the ability to complete documentation that is timely, accurate and comprehensive. Care Navigator 20-hour training will be provided and is mandatory to complete. Strong documentation skills and familiarity with EHR or care management platforms. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and cultural competency skills. Professional demeanor with the ability to handle confidential information and documents with discretion and according to GLSS policy and HIPAA guidelines. Ability to work in multi-cultural environments with consumers with diverse health and behavioral health needs. Demonstrate a strong work ethic, dependability and commitment to consistently meeting responsibilities and deadlines.

Preferred:

Certification in dementia care (e.g., Dementia Care Specialist, Positive Approach to Care, Alzheimer's Association). Familiarity with

CMS GUIDE

Model participation or other Innovation Center programs. Bilingual skills or lived experience as a caregiver highly valued.

Hours:

Part Time 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday). Hybrid, with In-office and out in the community Pay Range; $26

• 26.50
• GLSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information
• GLSS will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request

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