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Home Care Intake Worker

Old Colony Elder Services

#Case Management #Advocacy #Interdisciplinary Team #Microsoft Office #Social Work #Social Services #Home Care #Care Planning #Community Services

Quick overview

The Home Care Intake Worker will conduct intake assessments and develop consumer-centered care plans for older adults and individuals with disabilities. They will also coordinate services, advocate for consumer benefits, and maintain accurate case records in compliance with agency standards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and have at least one year of experience in social services. A current Social Work license is preferred, along with strong communication, computer, and interpersonal skills.

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Job description

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 a Home Care Intake Worker who will evaluate the need for home care services by an applicant under the home care program and develop/initiate home care service plans.
This is a newly developed program!
What you'll do: Conduct intake need assessments and develop consumer- centered care plans with consumers, caregivers, and families Initiate and coordinate services rendered by providers Advocate for consumers in obtaining benefits and services for which they are eligible Create case records in compliance with regulations and OCES standards Make initial home visits for determination of program/service Participate in interdisciplinary activities including Transition Support Team Back-up support for Information & Referral Specialist Performing general intake and providing information and referral to consumers and applicants What you'll bring: Bachelor's degree in social work or related field Current Social Work License preferred Minimum one year of experience in the social services field preferred Considerable knowledge of social work as well as the social, emotional and physical process of aging Ability to obtain information of a personal nature through interviews, draw appropriate conclusions and make suitable recommendations Ability to respond appropriately to a variety of emergency situations involving the abuse and/or neglect of elders.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; Excellent written and verbal skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
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 workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office, and home visits).

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