Care Manager
けあまねじゃー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Welfare and Caregiving Occupations
- Middle : Professional Occupations in Welfare and Caregiving
- Minor : Care Managers
Summary
A professional who creates and manages care plans and coordinates with relevant organizations to ensure that elderly people and those with disabilities can appropriately utilize caregiving services.
Description
Care managers assess the physical and mental conditions and living environments of elderly people and those with disabilities (assessment) to create and manage individualized care plans, ensuring they receive appropriate caregiving services. They coordinate with care providers, medical institutions, and related organizations, facilitate service manager conferences, conduct periodic monitoring, and revise plans to provide support tailored to the needs of users and their families. In addition to knowledge of laws and systems, strong communication skills, coordination abilities, and problem-solving skills are required.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to the progression of super-aging society. Skills in multi-professional collaboration and ICT utilization are required.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Good Listener / Good at Coordination / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Community Comprehensive Care Center / Day Shifts / In-Home Care Support / Visiting Duties
Career Path
Senior Certified Care Manager → Service Delivery Supervisor → Facility Manager → Community-Based Integrated Care System Coordinator → Welfare Counselor
Required Skills
Assessment / Care Plan Creation / Coordination with Related Organizations / Long-term Care Insurance System Knowledge / Monitoring and Evaluation
Recommended Skills
Counseling and Assistance Techniques / Dementia Care / Medical Care Knowledge / Office Software / Welfare Equipment Selection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in details such as long-term care insurance requirements and contract contents is required. |
| Communication Skills | Because frequent dialogue with users, families, and related organizations is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to plan the optimal care plan according to the user's situation. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to respond to problems during service use and changes in needs, and make adjustments is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Manager Qualification
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Psychiatric Social Worker
- Certified Social Worker
- Nurse
Aliases
- Certified Care Manager
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Social Worker
- Nurse
- Social Worker
- Visiting Caregiver (Home Helper)