Geriatric Care Social Worker & Care Coordinator

Element Care; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Care in Massachusetts is seeking a Social Worker to participate in planning, implementing and evaluating care plans under the PACE model of care. The role focuses on helping older adults live safely at home by delivering traditional social work services with professional, respectful support.

You will participate in IDT assessments, plan development and re-assessments, provide counseling, and coordinate admissions, discharges and community referrals as part of a collaborative care team.

Qualifications

• Current Social Work licensure in Massachusetts at the Masters level (LICSW or LCSW) is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in social work providing traditional clinical or case management services with a geriatric population.
• Current CPR certification or ability to become certified.
• Must treat all participants in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Strong verbal, written and listening skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in IDT initial assessments, care planning and ongoing reassessments.
• Attends IDT meetings and contributes to the participant’s plan of care.
• Complete initial, semi-annual, annual and service-requisition assessments.
• Provide supportive counseling and collaborate with behavioral health providers.
• Facilitate admissions and discharges as determined by the Interdisciplinary Team; ensure PASRR documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Listening skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

MSW Licensure (LICSW/LCSW)

Job description

Element Care in Massachusetts is seeking a Social Worker to participate in planning, implementing and evaluating care plans under the PACE model of care. The role focuses on helping older adults live safely at home by delivering traditional social work services with professional, respectful support.

You will participate in IDT assessments, plan development and re-assessments, provide counseling, and coordinate admissions, discharges and community referrals as part of a collaborative care team.