Establishes certification and attestation for care managers employed by care coordination organizations

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◆ The sponsor's argument

Why James Skoufis says this is needed

Health Home Care Management services, facilitated by Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs), oversee behavioral health and developmental disa- bility services for New Yorkers who qualify for Office People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) services. Within this framework, CCOs employ care managers who work directly with individuals with disabili- ties to navigate and access essential services for them. To excel in their role, Care Managers must possess a significant compre- hension of the multifaceted systems, services, and programs offered through state and federal agencies for individuals with disabilities. Additionally, care managers must have interpersonal skills tailored to engage individuals with severe disabilities and their family members effectively. Comprehensive training created by OPWDD in coordination with CCOs and advocacy groups representing individuals with disabilities will ensure care managers are adequately prepared to succeed in their jobs. By standardizing training protocols, this bill will ensure that Care Manag- ers are equipped with the knowledge and skills for proficient client assistance, ensuring optimal care delivery and support.

This is the sponsor's own case for the bill, quoted from their memorandum. It is not Agora's description of what the bill does.