Dementia Care Program Coordinator

Walworth County; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Walworth County seeks a program coordinator for the Memory Matters Program within the Health & Human Services department. You will screen participants, coordinate care, and maintain records to support older adults and individuals with dementia.

Responsibilities include referrals, eligibility assessments, information provision to participants and caregivers, planning and evaluating dementia programming, and data reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in social work or a related field and at least one year of relevant prior experience required.
• Experience working with the aging and disabled populations preferred.
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care Principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive referrals from ADRC Dementia Care Specialist and determine eligibility for the Memory Matters Program.
• Meet with potential participants to screen appropriateness for participation in the Program.
• Provide information to participant and caregiver related to the Memory Matters Program.
• Plan, facilitate and evaluate programming beneficial to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
• Determine equipment and supplies needed for programming and coordinate with the ADRC Dementia Care Specialist to secure needed items.
• Maintain a daily log of attendance and participation notes for each participant and report all data as determined by the Walworth County Health and Human Services.
• Communicate with participant and caregiver areas of concern or support needed for participant’s success in the Program.
• Provide transitional support to consumer as needed and refer to Aging and Disability Resource staff for additional services if appropriate.
• Complete access and abuse neglect reports according to State statute and forward to APS team for screening review.
• Collaborate with other programs and individuals across department to ensure coordination of care.
• Participate in trainings to update knowledge and skills.
• Ensure compliance with program standards and maintain necessary documentation as required by Walworth County Department of Health & Human Services, Department of Health Services and state and federal statutes.
• Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Telephone

Laptop

Computer

Electronic Mobile Devices

Job description

Walworth County seeks a program coordinator for the Memory Matters Program within the Health & Human Services department. You will screen participants, coordinate care, and maintain records to support older adults and individuals with dementia.

Responsibilities include referrals, eligibility assessments, information provision to participants and caregivers, planning and evaluating dementia programming, and data reporting.