Fantastic Opportunity in our Norway Office!

We have an immediate opening for a Community Services Specialist. This is a salaried position working 40 hours/week in our Norway office. As a team member of the Community Services Department, this position will provide support to clients within Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin Counties.

Responsibilities

• Provide information, advocacy, counseling and assistance to older adults and adults with disabilities and their families in identifying and accessing support services in the community
• Plan for long term support services
• Identify programs and services to meet the needs of older adults, persons with disabilities, and caregivers
• Serve as a collaborative liaison with community health and human service organizations
• Services are aimed at clients living within Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin Counties

Qualifications include:

• LSW, LSX or the ability to become a conditionally licensed social worker
• Bachelor's degree within related field
• 3-5 years’ experience in case management, professional social work, nursing, gerontology, health or other related human services preferred
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple tasks
• Excellent problem solving, time management, prioritization and organization skills
• Effective assessment skills with the ability to successfully establish goal planning with clients
• Valid Driver’s License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,450.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Case Management/Social Services: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LSW, LSX or qualifications met for licensure (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Paris, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person