Aging & Disability Resource Counselor

Walworth County, WI; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Walworth County, through its Aging & Disability Resource Center, seeks a dedicated professional to help older adults, people with disabilities, and youth access services and determine long-term care eligibility. The role emphasizes advocacy, assessment, and collaboration with providers, families, and HHSS staff.

The position focuses on short-term case management, service planning, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines while supporting consumer goals and safety in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field; one year of relevant experience required; master's preferred.
• Experience working with aging and disabled populations preferred.
• Knowledge of long-term care programs (e.g., Family Care, IRIS, AFCSP, SSIE, MA) preferred.
• Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care Principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate consumer access to services and monitor contracted providers.
• Develop and carry out service plans; coordinate and monitor services.
• Administer mandated screening to determine program eligibility.
• Provide short-term in-home or community-based case management.
• Complete annual protective placement reviews for long-term care enrollees.
• Complete abuse/neglect reports per state statute and refer for screening.

Skills

Case management

Assessment

Advocacy

Collaboration

Documentation compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Telephone

Copy Machine

Calculator

Personal Computer/Printer

FAX Machine

Electronic Mobile Devices

Job description

Walworth County, through its Aging & Disability Resource Center, seeks a dedicated professional to help older adults, people with disabilities, and youth access services and determine long-term care eligibility. The role emphasizes advocacy, assessment, and collaboration with providers, families, and HHSS staff.

The position focuses on short-term case management, service planning, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines while supporting consumer goals and safety in the