Functional Eligibility Screener

Community Care, Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Flexible benefits plan

Employee referral program

Co-Workers care program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Community Care, Inc. is hiring a Functional Eligibility Screener to join our Kenosha team, supporting older adults and people with disabilities to live independently in the community. The role involves screening, training staff, and ensuring LTCFS processes meet quality standards.

You will collaborate with care teams, travel locally as needed, and contribute to a mission-driven organization that values compassionate, person-centered supports and steady professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field is required.
• Current Long-term Care Functional Screener certification is required.
• 18 months of experience in a social service capacity or a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services with one year experience with older adults or persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial, periodic and change of condition functional screens on Family Care, PACE and Partnership Program members.
• Provides ongoing LTCFS training to certified staff and develops LTCFS training programs for new employees.
• Assists new Care Management staff in obtaining LTCFS certification.
• Provides intensive oversight of all LTCFS activities for at least 6 months to ensure screener competency.
• Tracks timely screen completion in the computer system.
• Participates in team meetings.
• Regular local travel using personal vehicle, with valid driver’s license and required insurance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Staff training

LTCFS knowledge

Community-based care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field

Job description

Community Care is hiring a Functional Eligibility Screener who enjoys team enjoys team collaboration, community-based work, being part of a mission driven organization and who shares our mission to help elderly individuals and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities continue to live as independently as possible in the community. This position is perfect for someone who is experience with the LTFS assessment tool and enjoys training and staff support. This is a full-time opportunity based at our Kenosha Location.

Functional Eligibility Screener Job Responsibilities:

• Performs initial, periodic and change of condition functional screens on Family Care, PACE and Partnership Program members.
• Provides ongoing training to all certified staff to ensure staff maintain skills and integrate new information into practice. Develops, provides, and tracks LTCFS training programs for new employees.
• Assists all new Care Management staff in obtaining LTCFS certification.
• Provides intensive oversight of all LTCFS activities for a minimum of 6 months to ensure screener is competent.
• Tracks timely screen completion in computer system
• Participates in team meetings
• Regular local travel, requiring use of personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and proof of required insurance coverage.

Functional Eligibility Screener Job Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field is required.
• Certification: Current Long-term Care Functional Screener
• Experience: 18 months of experience in a social service capacity or a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services and one year experience with older adults or persons with physical and or intellectual disabilities in a social service capacity.

Job Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Hours of Operation, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

About Community Care

About Community Care, Community Care is a local nonprofit with more than 40 years of experience helping older adults and adults with disabilities live as independently as possible within the community. We coordinate and deliver a full range of supportive services that help more than 13,000 Wisconsin residents live safely, confidently, and with dignity. We are Wisconsin-based with local offices supporting each of the 23 counties we serve. Our dedicated team works with members to develop care plans to meet their health and social needs. Together with our community partners, we’re committed to providing compassionate, personalized care that empowers members to live a healthy and independent lifestyle.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive full and part time schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive pay and benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• Flexible benefits plan
• Employee referral program
• Co-Workers care program
• Employee Assistance Program

Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer