What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geriatric Support Services Coordinator position at Old Colony Elder Services (OCES)?
OCES aims to support elders and individuals with disabilities by
providing vital information and coordination of services that promote
healthy, safe lives for our consumers. We want to help them stay as
active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as
long as possible. To that end, we are looking for a dedicated Geriatric
Support Services Coordinator (GSSC) to work in our Senior Care Options
(SCO) department to help determine eligibility and ensure the provision
of appropriate services to eligible members. What you\'ll do: \* Promote
the independent functioning of members and provide services in the most
appropriate, least restrictive environment \* Perform initial/ongoing
assessments of the health and functional status of members and develop
individualize care plans \* Develop rapport with consumers to facilitate
coordination, monitoring, and adjusting care plans as needed \* Provide
regular contact with consumers, including home visits, to ensure
progress toward established goals \* Maintain accurate documentation
What you\'ll bring: \* Your passion for helping others and desire to
make a difference \* Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of
consumers and/or programs change \* At least two years of experience in
the human services field preferably with the elder population \*
Bachelor\'s degree in Social Work or related field highly preferred;
Current licensure if appropriate \* Cape Verdean Creole highly preferred
What you\'ll get: \* Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of
like-minded individuals \* Opportunity to develop professionally in your
chosen career \* Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some
flexibility. Hybrid work environment (home with some in-office
requirements) \* Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day
1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life
insurances, 401K plan APPLY TODAY! OCES is an open, welcoming
organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified
persons to apply!
providing vital information and coordination of services that promote
healthy, safe lives for our consumers. We want to help them stay as
active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as
long as possible. To that end, we are looking for a dedicated Geriatric
Support Services Coordinator (GSSC) to work in our Senior Care Options
(SCO) department to help determine eligibility and ensure the provision
of appropriate services to eligible members. What you\'ll do: \* Promote
the independent functioning of members and provide services in the most
appropriate, least restrictive environment \* Perform initial/ongoing
assessments of the health and functional status of members and develop
individualize care plans \* Develop rapport with consumers to facilitate
coordination, monitoring, and adjusting care plans as needed \* Provide
regular contact with consumers, including home visits, to ensure
progress toward established goals \* Maintain accurate documentation
What you\'ll bring: \* Your passion for helping others and desire to
make a difference \* Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of
consumers and/or programs change \* At least two years of experience in
the human services field preferably with the elder population \*
Bachelor\'s degree in Social Work or related field highly preferred;
Current licensure if appropriate \* Cape Verdean Creole highly preferred
What you\'ll get: \* Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of
like-minded individuals \* Opportunity to develop professionally in your
chosen career \* Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some
flexibility. Hybrid work environment (home with some in-office
requirements) \* Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day
1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life
insurances, 401K plan APPLY TODAY! OCES is an open, welcoming
organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified
persons to apply!