Home Care Intake Coordinator

To apply via text, text 10964 to 334-518-4376.POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall coordination of the referral and admissions process. Interacts closely with facility representatives, discharge planners and other agencies to facilitate the initiation of care.Essential DutiesProvide explanation of the benefits to patients, families, and community contactsAssist with finding alternative services when patient is not a candidate for hospiceOversee scheduling of initial nursing assessment and admissionMaintain admission packets and ensure that proper forms are available to admissions staffKnowledgeable in all Home Health and/or Hospice processesAssist community outreach representatives with marketing activities to promote relations with referral sourcesAssist with completion of admission paperwork as neededAdhere to work schedule and maintain good punctuality and attendance recordProvide telephone and clerical support to other staff members as time allowsMaintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients’Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standardsPerform other duties as assignedPerformance ResponsibilitiesMaintains positive internal and external customer service relationshipsMaintains open lines of communicationPlans and organizes work effectively and ensures its completionMeets all productivity requirementsDemonstrates team behavior and promotes a team-oriented environmentActively participates in continuous Quality Improvement, educational programs, and staff meetingsRepresents the organization professionally at all timesPosition Requirements & CompetenciesBe eighteen (18) years of age or olderAt least one (1) year experience in a homecare, hospice and/or healthcare related field preferredAbility to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timelyAbility to handle stressful and delicate situationsInterpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilitiesMust have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance; or ability to take public transportationWORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focusAddus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Girling Personal Care, a member of the Addus Family of Companies, is a proven provider and employer combining experience, breadth of services, compassionate care, and strong community ties with a commitment to both client and employee satisfaction. This combination along with over 30 years of experience in Texas makes it a trusted choice for families and caregivers seeking high-quality, personalized care in the home.We are hiring immediately! Apply now to learn more about starting your home care career with Girling Personal Care.Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.