Dementia Care Manager

Summary

Join Cary, a revolutionary company in dementia care, and become a Dementia Care Manager. You will leverage innovative AI solutions to provide compassionate and high-quality care to dementia patients and their families. Key responsibilities include conducting cognitive screenings and assessments, developing personalized care plans, coordinating care, and educating caregivers. This remote position offers flexible hours and opportunities for professional growth. A bachelor's degree in healthcare and 1-3 years of experience working with dementia patients are required. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills and a willingness to embrace technology integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare (e.g., Nursing, Social Work, Gerontology)
• 1-3 years of experience working with dementia patients or geriatrics
• Strong knowledge of dementia and associated care needs
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs) and care management software
• Openness to technology integration and willingness to adapt to innovative methods in care management

Responsibilities

• Administer brief cognitive screenings to help physicians detect cognitive impairment in patients
• Assist in the administration and review of standardized cognitive performance evaluations, such as the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), and conduct functional assessments for individuals with memory loss
• Perform virtual/telephone psychosocial assessments and develop care plans, including: Using standardized assessments such as the Functional Assessment Staging Test (FAST) and Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR)
• Administering medication reconciliation reviews
• Evaluating behavioral symptoms, including depression and anxiety, using standardized screening tools
• Conducting safety evaluations
• Identifying social supports and assessing caregiver capability to deliver care
• Act as the primary point of contact for patients and caregivers, providing consistent communication to support care navigation and seamless care delivery
• Conduct comprehensive assessments using AI insights to develop, write, and update tailored care plans
• Educate caregivers on dementia progression, care strategies, and available resources. Address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges with empathy
• Support medication adherence, monitor health changes, and ensure timely updates to healthcare providers to enhance safety and well-being
• Connect families with financial, legal, and social support systems to aid long-term planning
• Collaborate with Cary’s AI tools to enhance care delivery, streamline processes, and improve outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with psychological/neuropsychological testing
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Nursing (MSN), or a related field
• Experience in case management, elder care, or chronic disease management
• Certification in Care Management (CCM), Dementia Practitioner (CDP), or Geriatric Care Management (CMC)

Benefits

• Remote position (40/week)
• Flexible hours to accommodate patient and family needs
• Engage in continuous learning, leveraging Cary’s tools and resources to elevate care delivery