What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Social Worker position at Compass AFC, Inc.?
Care Manager / Social Worker (AFC)
Compass AFC, Inc. supports elder adults and adults with disabilities so they can remain safe and independent at home. We’re hiring a Care Manager / Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments, care management, and caregiver support in accordance with the Massachusetts Adult Foster Care (AFC) Program in the Lowell, Lynn, and Boston areas.
If you’re a social worker who enjoys building relationships, coordinating services, and making a day-to-day difference in clients’ lives, this role is for you.
What you’ll do
Client assessment & care management
- Complete and collect AFC-required assessments, data, and program forms
- Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments to determine appropriateness for AFC
- Maintain accurate client charts and documentation from admission onward
- Support the client’s Plan of Care by addressing social, emotional, and environmental needs
Home visits & qualified setting compliance
- Conduct initial and ongoing home setting evaluations to ensure AFC-qualified setting requirements are met
- Complete the Qualified Setting Assessment Tool accurately and on time
- Identify risks and collaborate with the team on solutions that keep members safe
Caregiver support (in collaboration with the RN)
- Help select, evaluate, train, and support AFC Caregivers alongside the Registered Nurse
- Provide ongoing guidance to strengthen caregiver skills and member outcomes
Community resources & advocacy
- Connect members and families with community supports as appropriate (MassHealth/Medicaid, Medicare, SSI/SSA, SNAP, housing resources, etc.)
- Coordinate with providers, facilities, and community agencies to reduce barriers to care
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
- Licensed Social Worker in Massachusetts (LSW) or Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of recent clinical experience with older adults and/or adults with disabilities
- 2 years of experience working with elderly and/or disabled populations (recent experience preferred)
- Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of Massachusetts community resources and benefits systems
- Valid driver’s license, reliable insured vehicle, and ability to travel locally
- Comfortable using computers and electronic documentation systems
Preferred qualifications
Experience in AFC/GAFC, Adult Day Health (ADH), or other long-term services and supports (LTSS)
Care coordination, case management, or home-based social work experience
Benefits (Full-Time)
We offer competitive compensation based on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Supportive team environment and ongoing training
Apply: Submit your resume (and license information, if applicable). We look forward to meeting you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000