Case Manager and Companion

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k), Medical and Dental Coverage

Job Summary
We are seeking a Case Manager and Companion to join our team! In this role, you will be working for a private family office in Manhattan, providing in home care and companionship to a young woman with mental health challenges. Responsibilities include management of health care plan and needs, including communication with her healthcare team; creating sustainable lifestyle habits and enforcing them with daily encouragement; communicating on her behalf to financial institutions and legal team; coaching her through every day challenges and seasons of life; staying in close communication with her family and caretakers; building a simple budget and action plan to help her understand her needs to sustain her lifestyle; general life maintenance including helping pay bills, get groceries, plan for vacations, and maintain a happy life. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable with a background in coaching or helping similarly challenged individuals.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Assist with organization and planning of day to day activities as well as longer term planning
• Help client develop a life plan to gain more independence
• Manage and monitor medication levels and refills
• Manage appointments and care across medical providers
• Daily encouragement to move tasks and habits in a positive direction
• Communicating with medical care team and family on clients status and needs
• Light housekeeping activities when needed (mostly organization and helping develop good habits and routines)
• Occasional travel with client may be required (less than 3 wks/year)

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Companion, Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, RN or similar role.
• Psychiatric experience preferred
• First aid and CPR certified
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Tolerant of cats
• Compassionate, respectful, ethical, patient
• Ability to be "on call" in emergency situations