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Care Manager roles in the United States are typically available to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your experience level and host organization. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor to issue your DS-2019, separate from the employer hiring you.
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DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing a variety of respiratory care services and preparatory tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. The incumbent maintains equipment and assists in administering respiratory therapy appropriate to their level of knowledge and skill. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher-level professional and medical staff. Part-time employment means work of less than fifty percent of the time prescribed in a normal work week (defined in Rule I(6) of the Rules for the Classified Civil Service of the County of Erie). Supervision not a function of this position. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Disassembles, cleans, disinfects, reassembles, perform pre-use checks and verifies operational readiness of all invasive and non-invasive equipment
- Stocks, organizes and maintains respiratory supplies in all assigned areas and keeps necessary records
- Attends interdisciplinary rounds in critical care units under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner
- Communicates with co-workers, other professionals (including physicians and nurses) to assist with quality patient care
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Working knowledge of principles, procedures and terminology associated with respiratory therapy care
- Working knowledge of the respiratory therapy process
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency
- Good interpersonal skills
- Sound judgment
- Initiative
- Resourcefulness
- Dependability
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must be enrolled in a regionally accredited or New York State registered school in Respiratory Therapy or closely related field, of which included completion of two (2) semesters.
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HOURLY RATE: $19.00
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing a variety of respiratory care services and preparatory tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. The incumbent maintains equipment and assists in administering respiratory therapy appropriate to their level of knowledge and skill. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher-level professional and medical staff. Part-time employment means work of less than fifty percent of the time prescribed in a normal work week (defined in Rule I(6) of the Rules for the Classified Civil Service of the County of Erie). Supervision not a function of this position. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Disassembles, cleans, disinfects, reassembles, perform pre-use checks and verifies operational readiness of all invasive and non-invasive equipment
- Stocks, organizes and maintains respiratory supplies in all assigned areas and keeps necessary records
- Attends interdisciplinary rounds in critical care units under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner
- Communicates with co-workers, other professionals (including physicians and nurses) to assist with quality patient care
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Working knowledge of principles, procedures and terminology associated with respiratory therapy care
- Working knowledge of the respiratory therapy process
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency
- Good interpersonal skills
- Sound judgment
- Initiative
- Resourcefulness
- Dependability
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must be enrolled in a regionally accredited or New York State registered school in Respiratory Therapy or closely related field, of which included completion of two (2) semesters.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Care Manager
Align your credentials to Trainee or Specialist category
Your eligibility depends on whether you're within five years of graduating or have specialized expertise. Trainee status suits recent graduates; the Specialist category fits professionals with substantial field experience. Confirm which category your host organization and designated sponsor will support before applying.
Build a training plan before contacting host employers
Every J-1 placement requires a signed training plan outlining learning objectives, supervision structure, and duration. Draft a preliminary version specific to care management competencies so prospective host organizations can review it before formally engaging a designated sponsor.
Search for J-1-compatible Care Manager roles on Migrate Mate
Many employers open to J-1 exchange visitors don't advertise that fact on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers and care management positions that align with J-1 sponsorship, narrowing your search before you invest time in outreach.
Check whether the role triggers the home residency requirement
Care Manager positions funded by a U.S. government agency or your home government, or filled by nationals from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, carry a two-year home residency requirement after program completion. Verify your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Confirm host organizations have J-1 experience in healthcare settings
Not all health systems or social service agencies have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. Ask directly whether the organization has worked with a designated sponsor and whether their compliance team can fulfill DOL-required supervision and reporting obligations throughout your program.
Time your DS-2019 request around your start date
Designated sponsors typically need four to eight weeks to process and issue your DS-2019 after receiving a complete training plan and host agreement. Factor that window into your offer negotiation so your program start date doesn't slip past your planned arrival in the United States.
Care Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Care Manager role?
Most Care Manager placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you graduated within the past five years, or the Specialist category if you bring recognized expertise in case management, social work, or clinical coordination. The Trainee program requires a structured training plan tied to your field of study, while the Specialist category is based on demonstrable professional experience rather than recent graduation.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the hospital or the sponsor organization?
The employer hiring you is called the host organization, not the visa sponsor. Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, which issues your DS-2019, monitors your compliance, and signs your training plan. The host organization cannot issue a DS-2019 on its own, even if it initiated your placement and is paying your stipend or salary.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Care Managers?
Many healthcare employers and social service agencies that welcome J-1 exchange visitors don't label their postings that way publicly. Migrate Mate lets you search for Care Manager roles and U.S. employers that align with J-1 sponsorship structures, so you can identify realistic targets before you begin outreach to designated sponsors or host organizations.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Care Managers?
It depends on your specific situation. If your Care Manager role is funded by a U.S. or home-country government program, or if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for social work or healthcare occupations, you'll likely face the two-year requirement. Your designated sponsor will review your DS-2019 application and flag this obligation before your program begins, since it affects any future visa status changes in the United States.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a designated sponsor?
Most designated sponsors require a completed application, proof of relevant credentials or degree transcripts, a written confirmation of interest from a host organization, and a draft training plan outlining your learning objectives and supervision structure. For Care Manager roles, you should also prepare documentation of any licensure, certifications such as a CCM, or clinical supervision hours, since sponsors assess whether your background genuinely aligns with the structured training the J-1 program legally requires.