ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume primary responsibility for assessing client and family strengths, challenges and needs of an assigned group of clients.
• In conjunction with the Aging Services team, is responsible for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and plans per on-going assessment of needs and input from the client and family.
• Conduct on-going assessment of behavior, mental status, signs and symptoms of mental health disorder, physical and dental health, substance use, and educational, social, legal, financial, housing, developmental and family functioning.
• Refers, advocates and links client and family for additional services as identified.
• Act as liaison and collaborates with community agencies/institutions and support systems to maintain coordination of the treatment process.
• Provides supportive and educational counseling services (individual, family and group) to develop daily living and coping skills.
• Assist clients with developing natural support systems.
• Participates in treatment team meetings.
• Maintains client's chart updated and all documentation entered within established timeframe.
• Completes all required agency and department trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of aging population.
• Knowledge of community resources or ability to learn quickly as well as good organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with community partners and in a team environment is essential.
• Highly motivated, self-directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field required.

Years of Experience

Minimum of two years' related experience working with the Aging population is preferred.