Geriatric Support Services Coordinator/Case Manager-Plymouth

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc.; Brockton (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

LTD and life insurances

401K

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc. seeks a dedicated Geriatric Support Service Coordinator to join our Senior Care Options department to help determine eligibility and ensure the provision of appropriate services for eligible members.

The role emphasizes coordination of care in the community and a compassionate approach to elders and disabled individuals. We value a bilingual candidate with at least two years in human services, aBachelor's degree in social work or related field, and strong computer

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in human services, preferably with elder population.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field; current licensure if appropriate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote independent functioning of members and provide services in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of health and functional status; develop individualized care plans.
• Develop rapport with consumers to coordinate, monitor, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Provide regular contact with consumers, including home visits, to ensure progress towards goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and progress.

Skills

Human services experience

Excellent written and verbal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Home visits

Bilingual Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

OCES is growing! We are expanding to 11 more towns covering the south shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc.

OCES supports older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

Our mission: Through the talents of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community.

We are seeking a dedicated, bilingual preferred Geriatric Support Service Coordinator (GSSC) to work in our Senior Care Options (SCO) department to help determine eligibility and ensure the provision of appropriate services to eligible members.

What you'll do:

• Promote the independent functioning of members and provide services in the most appropriate, lease restrictive environment
• Perform initial/ongoing assessments of the health and functional status of members and develop individualized care plans
• Develop rapport with consumers to facilitate coordination, monitoring, and adjusting care plans as needed
• Provide regular contact with consumers, including home visits, to ensure progress towards established goals
• Maintain accurate documentation

What you'll bring:

• Your passion for helping others and desire to make a difference.
• At least two years of experience in the human services field, preferably with the elder population
• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field highly preferred; current licensure if appropriate
• Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of consumers and/or program change
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Bilingual highly preferred Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin).

What you'll get:

• The ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals.
• Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career.
• Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; standard M-F workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office, and home visits).
• Exceptional benefits: generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances; 401K plan.

OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity.