Health Care Coordinator

What does the Health Care Coordinator do?

Guided by the mission and charter of L’Arche, the Health Care Coordinator oversees the day-to-day health care needs of the core members, while complying with applicable regulations and maintaining appropriate records.  Advocates for core members’ medical needs and ensures continuity of care. Acts as the primary point of contact with medical professionals and the pharmacy. Provides direct support for core members in the homes. Coordinates, oversees, and provides health care related education to employees and volunteers. This role coordinates care needs in collaboration with the Leadership Team and House Leaders.

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Qualifications to Become the Health Care Coordinator

• Applicants will be required to pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
• Attention to detail; ability to track and coordinate multiple variables.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of theories, principles and practices applicable to the health care community and services provided to core members of L’Arche Spokane.
• Strong personal skills: healthy communication, self-awareness, stress management, mature approach to conflict resolution, and objectivity.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in situations requiring coordination, instruction, persuasion, consultation, and motivation.
• Ability to perform role responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with core members, team members, outside professional staff, guardians, other agencies and the public.
• Ability to listen to people – both verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Ability to develop and implement training and formation for community members.
• Commitment to personal and spiritual growth.
• Sense of humor about life and flexibility.

Training and Experience:

  • Health Care credentialing; minimum level of Health Care Aide Licensing.
  • Caregiving experience.
  • Experience with people with developmental disabilities.
  • Training as required by Washington State (DDA and AFH/WAC).
  • Education completed: Bachelor’s Degree
  • Current CPR card, and a valid driver’s license.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and philosophy of L’Arche.
Here's how to apply

Interested?

Applicants should submit the following materials by email to commleader@larcheofspokane.org
1. Cover letter expressing interest in the position.
2. Resume.
3. Completed Application including supplemental questions and self evaluation.

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