Community Resource Liaison

McGregor AMASA; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

McGregor PACE seeks a Community Resource Liaison to connect participants with local services and resources, helping them stay healthy, safe and independent at home and in the community.

You will work under the MSW/LSW within an interdisciplinary team to coordinate housing, social supports and necessary services for participants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in community outreach or social services is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills.
• Knowledge of local community resources and services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up with community agencies and service partners.
• Support participants with housing, social support, and needed services.
• Identify barriers to care and report to the MSW/LSLW.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating community-based services.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential participant records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the MSW/LSW.

Skills

Community outreach

Social services

Interpersonal communication

Writing skills

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McGregor PACE: serving Cuyahoga, Lorain and Summit Counties

About Us: McGregor PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly)

We are a comprehensive, community-based healthcare program that helps older adults remain safely and independently in their homes and communities. PACE brings medical care, social services, therapy, behavioral health, nutrition, transportation, home care, and other supports together through an interdisciplinary team.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Community Resource Liaison’s to join our growing team.

Job Description:

As a Community Resource Liaison, you will serve as a vital link between the participants in the PACE program and available community resources. You will provide information about services, accessing services and resources they need to remain healthy, safe and independent as possible in the community.

Reports to:

The social worker. The community resource liaison works as part of the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the MSW/LSW.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and follow up with community agencies, healthcare providers, social service organizations and other service partners.
• Support participants with housing, social support, and other needed services.
• Help identify barriers to care and communication concerns to the MSW/LSW.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating community-based services as directed.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential participant records and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the MSW/LSW.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in community outreach or social services is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills.
• Knowledge of local community resources and services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite .