What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geriatric Support Services Coordinator/Case Manager position at Old Colony YMCA?
OCES aims to support elders and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services that promote healthy, save 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, OCES is 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
OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply!
To that end, OCES is 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
- 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
- Bilingual preferred
- 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 workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office and home visits).
- Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day 1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan
OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply!