H.O.P.E. by AgeOptions

Join Our Team - Social Services Professionals and Nurses Wanted!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking to make a positive impact on the lives of others?

Do you value collaboration, support and seek a healthy work/life balance?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

AgeOptions has rewarding opportunities for Social Service professionals with an advanced degree and licensing (M.S.W. or M.A., LSW, LCSW) and L.P.N./R.N. nursing professionals to work in their H.O.P.E. Program. The Home Options Path to Empowerment (H.O.P.E) Program managed through AgeOptions (non-for-profit) helps individuals transition from a long-term care facility and move into their own home in the community. Utilizing interdisciplinary teams of social workers, community care partners, nurses, occupational therapists, social services professionals and outreach practitioners to assist members to transition to community living. Roles are "hybrid" (office, field and remote which can be your home) with work in the field 2-3 days a week (travel in the greater Chicago area and surrounding suburbs).

Who is AgeOptions?

Since 1974, AgeOptions has been a nonprofit organization and Area Agency on Aging dedicated to serving approximately 200,000 people annually. Our mission is to connect older adults and their caregivers with resources and service options, promoting independence in their homes and communities. Recognized nationally for our innovative community-based resources, AgeOptions is seeking individuals to join our team and contribute to our impactful work. Please visit: https://www.ageoptions.org

What is the H.O.P.E. Program?

The Home Options Path to Empowerment (H.O.P.E.) Program, managed through AgeOptions, is funded by the Department of Human Services under the Colbert and Williams Consent decrees is a nursing home transition program. It focuses on helping eligible nursing facility residents transition to community living independently. The program utilizes interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support, life skill building, physical and emotional services and supports, ongoing case management to ensure a safe, successful and person-centered transition for members.

As a Social Services Professional or Nurse in the H.O.P.E. Program, you will:

• Assess nursing home residents through interviews and evaluations with the resident, family and informal supports, and nursing facility staff; including reviewing medical records, to identify strengths, areas of development and independent living skills to support their transition to the community.
• Create a comprehensive, person-centered service plan with each resident, identifying their goals for transition and community integration.
• Work with resident to develop life skills; identify services and supports; advocate and assist in obtaining all necessary equipment, medical care and supports necessary for a safe transition.
• Facilitate discharge planning and transition to community with client, nursing facility staff, insurance health plan, HOPE nurse and OT and family/informal supports.
• Provide on-going comprehensive care management after the client transitions to the community, including coordinating benefits, in-home services, and community resources; schedule medical appointments; and advocate for clients as needed.
• Provide motivational interviewing to create harm reduction plans, crisis plans and 24-hour back up plans, as necessary.

Qualifications Needed:

• Master's Degree (MA, MSW) in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field for Social Services Professionals.
• RN or LPN certification for Nurses.
• LCSW or LCPC preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in providing social services.
• Experience with clients with mental health conditions, substance abuse, and/or complicated physical illness preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and ability to learn proprietary program databases.
• Knowledge of community supportive services.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Ability to work with people with multi-faceted needs.
• Ability and willingness to independently travel throughout the greater Chicagoland area 50-60% of your workweek.
• Experience with Community Care Program (CCP) or other care management program preferred.
• Experience with Colbert and/or Williams consent decrees preferred.

Benefits

We offer a casual inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated. In support of our great team, AgeOptions offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• 35-hour work week (on average and Monday-Friday with few exceptions)
• Vacation with quick rewards for service -13 days 1st year
• Sick Days
• Eleven Paid Holidays 2 Personal Holidays
• Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, and vision) Significant portion of employee's coverage funded by AgeOptions
• Agency paid Short-Term/Long-Term and Life Insurance
• 403(b) 5% automatic employer contribution
• Hybrid work schedule
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development support

The starting salary range for this role is $44,000-$65,000 annually for social workers and $60,000-$80,000 for Licensed Practical and Registered Nurses; based upon an individual's experience, education and licensing and our internal equity.

HOW TO APPLY:

If interested, upload your resume, along with a cover letter, by clicking the apply button.

AgeOptions is an Equal Opportunity Employer where diversity is celebrated, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Join us in making a difference in the lives of older adults and contributing to community-based resources that enhance independence.

Keywords: Social Worker, Case Manager, Care Manager, Coordinator, Behavior Health Specialist, Counselor, LCSW, LSW, Community Outreach Worker, RN, LPN, Nurse, OT, PT, CHW, LCPC, CADC, CRC