What are the responsibilities and job description for the Options Counselor position at Old Colony Elder Services (OCES)?
OCES is growing! We are expanding to 11 more towns covering the south
shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc. APPLY NOW during
this exciting time! OCES supports older adults and individuals with
disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of
services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope
to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own
communities for as long as possible. Our mission: Through the talents of
an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and
dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing
essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living
which positively impacts our community. We are seeking an Options
Counselor to provide pertinent information in response to service and
eligibility inquiries; facilitates appropriate service provision and
engages in activities related to the initial application process;
maintains up-to-date information concerning resources and services
available to applicants, consumers, and staff. What you\'ll do: Perform
initial and ongoing assessments of the health and functional status of
members Develop community-based care plans and related service packages
Participate in the development of a member\'s Individual Care Plan (ICP)
Arrange and coordinate the provision of appropriate community long term
care, social support services or other community-based services Track
member transfers from one setting to another and work with the PCT to
adjust the ICP as appropriate Promote the independent functioning of
members and provide services in the most appropriate, least restrictive
environment Maintain records for each member in accordance with
regulations and standards What you\'ll bring: Ability to respect the
workplace and providers privacy and confidentiality Strong analytical
skills; attention to detail, accuracy, and due dates Ability to organize
and prioritize work with minimal supervision Minimum of two years\'
experience in the care of persons 65 and older, with at least one year
involving work in a setting involving health care services Current
Social Work license preferred What you\'ll get: The 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; standard M-F work week; hybrid work
environment (home, office, and home visits).
shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc. APPLY NOW during
this exciting time! OCES supports older adults and individuals with
disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of
services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope
to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own
communities for as long as possible. Our mission: Through the talents of
an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and
dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing
essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living
which positively impacts our community. We are seeking an Options
Counselor to provide pertinent information in response to service and
eligibility inquiries; facilitates appropriate service provision and
engages in activities related to the initial application process;
maintains up-to-date information concerning resources and services
available to applicants, consumers, and staff. What you\'ll do: Perform
initial and ongoing assessments of the health and functional status of
members Develop community-based care plans and related service packages
Participate in the development of a member\'s Individual Care Plan (ICP)
Arrange and coordinate the provision of appropriate community long term
care, social support services or other community-based services Track
member transfers from one setting to another and work with the PCT to
adjust the ICP as appropriate Promote the independent functioning of
members and provide services in the most appropriate, least restrictive
environment Maintain records for each member in accordance with
regulations and standards What you\'ll bring: Ability to respect the
workplace and providers privacy and confidentiality Strong analytical
skills; attention to detail, accuracy, and due dates Ability to organize
and prioritize work with minimal supervision Minimum of two years\'
experience in the care of persons 65 and older, with at least one year
involving work in a setting involving health care services Current
Social Work license preferred What you\'ll get: The 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; standard M-F work week; hybrid work
environment (home, office, and home visits).