Care Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Care Coordinator– Monmouth County, NJ (Hybrid)
Shift: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Must be flexible to work outside normal business hours if needed)

Join Our Team – Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges? Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives!

About Us and Our Program:

Easterseals, a national nonprofit, has supported individuals with disabilities for over 50 years. Its Behavioral Health Home program offers care coordination services, ensuring individuals diagnosed with a mental illness get connected to the health and community services they want and need.

What You’ll Do:

The Care Coordinator is responsible for supporting individuals with complex needs through integrated care planning, service coordination, and advocacy. They will work across disciplines to ensure that clients receive seamless access to the services they need to thrive—whether medical, behavioral, or social.

Key responsibilities include:

· Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop individualized assessments to ensure consumers are linked to all applicable services.

· Serve as the central point of coordination among physical health, behavioral health, and social service providers.

· Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings to monitor client progress and adjust care plans accordingly.

· Identify and address barriers to care, including housing, food security, transportation, and access to behavioral health services.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with program and licensing standards.

· Market existing services to clients.

· Partner and work closely with the intake coordinator

· Engage in case conferencing, advocacy, and crisis intervention as needed.

· Monitor client outcomes and satisfaction to ensure a high standard of care and continuous improvement.

· Travel across different counties may be required.

Who You Are:

· Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field required.

· Experience: At least 2 years of experience providing case management or care coordination services, preferably in a health or human services setting.

· Requirements: Active clinical license in the State of New Jersey: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

· Skills: Possess strong knowledge of behavioral health systems, Medicaid services, and community-based resources in New Jersey, with proficiency in electronic health records and documentation practices.

· Attributes: Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with a demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, culturally competent, and person-centered care.

What We Offer:

· Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts

· Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match

· Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options

· Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Cards, Mileage Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program

· Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program, Referral Bonuses, and a Recognition Program

· Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, visit .

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected categories in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.