Summary:
We seek a Care Coordinator to work with clients/families as part of a life care planning service team. The ideal candidate is a creative individual with a degree in Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, Gerontology, or a related field who will utilize their significant social work experience to develop and implement support services for elders and persons with disabilities who need long-term services and supports. This position reports to the Director of Administration, with input from supervising attorneys.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with development and growth of support services as an adjunct to current work with clients around special needs and long-term care issues.
- Manage the ‘social/medical’ component of support services.
- Regular contact with clients in their place of residence.
- Regular contact with community service providers.
- Prepare reports for attorneys and families related to care monitoring and resolution of care management issues.
- Prepare and present educational programming and materials for client families and for agency professionals.
- Market the care planning practice.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, Gerontology, or a related field required.
- Significant experience working with older persons and/or persons with disabilities.
- Familiarity with the aging process.
- Familiarity with geriatric service providers and other community resources.
- Some limited evening/weekend availability.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to educate and gain consensus.
- Reliable personal transportation.
- Solid computer skills.
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