Care Manager, Older Adult Services

SUMMARY:

This part-time position is responsible for the provision of care management services for older adults residing in the community. Tasks include providing care management assessments and developing strengths-based care plans, as well as linking older adults and their families with community resources. You will also collaborate build relationships with community providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts in-home evaluations to assess all aspects of the older adult’s life, e.g., general health, medical providers, medications, cognitive ability, nutrition, home safety, social supports, etc.
Develops and implements personalized care plans designed to assure client safety and independence as well as enhance overall well-being
Responds to client crises as needed
Provides resources and referrals for other support services (e.g., in-home aides, housekeeping, financial advisor, estate planning, etc.) and recommends changes as appropriate.
Conducts wellness monitoring through home visits and frequent phone contact to evaluate well-being and unmet safety concerns.
Accompanies client to doctor appointments to ensure that concerns are expressed, and medical issues are understood
Provides caregiver and family consultation, including helping them navigate available resources as well as state and federal benefits, identifying appropriate options, and selecting the course of action to ensure their loved one’s well-being and their own peace of mind
Assists in all service coordination activities outlined in the care plan
Conducts community outreach designed to engage potential referral sources

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in social work, social services, human services, health or nursing or other closely related field
Experience working with older adult populations preferred
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to pass a background check, including the Adult Abuse Registry and clean driving record
Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and a clean driving record


Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.