Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, a nonprofit in Minneapolis, is seeking to hire a full-time, 40-hour-a-week Minnesota Aging Pathways Resource Coordinator. Do you enjoy working with older adults? Are you looking for a position where you have a direct, positive impact on others? Would you like to join an organization that values every employee and their contributions? If so, please read on!
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Additionally, professional license renewals, social work supervision, and continuing education units (CEUs) are provided. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RESOURCE SPECIALIST
In this position, the Resource Coordinator provides person‑centered support to older adults and caregivers by completing in‑person and phone assessments, offering options counseling on long‑term care services, benefits, housing, and financial resources, and assisting individuals and families with care planning and transitions following hospital, rehabilitation, or nursing facility stays. The role involves coordinating services and referrals with healthcare providers and community agencies, advocating for clients to ensure access to appropriate supports, and managing an ongoing caseload with accurate documentation of assessments, plans, and services to promote successful community living.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, nursing, or a related human service field. Licensed Social Workers preferred
2 years of professional experience with case management, care coordination, and discharge planning in a long-term care, hospital, or community setting
Knowledge of aging services, community resources, and long-term supports
Reliable transportation
Heart for working with the elderly
WORK SCHEDULE FOR RESOURCE COORDINATOR
This position works Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with two in-office days per week and the remaining time spent working from home or in the community.
When working offsite, employees must meet specific internet criteria, including demonstrated high-speed connectivity and the ability to meet privacy and security standards with secure (password-protected) internet and demonstrate successful performance.
ABOUT METROPOLITAN AREA AGENCY ON AGING
Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, a nonprofit organization, advocates for older adults. We provide community organizations with funding, and older adults with information and connections to access the best resources to help them age well. By partnering with community and healthcare organizations, we strive to build age- and dementia-friendly networks that make daily life easier for older adults. We are committed to reducing care disparities in communities and ensuring every person has access to the services they need. We are innovators in the aging field
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR ORGANIZATION?
If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!