Home Care Intake Worker

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES); Brockton (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Health benefits on day 1

Generous paid time off

Company-paid LTD and life insurance

401K plan

Job summary

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) is expanding its Home Care Intake program. You will evaluate the need for home care services, develop and initiate care plans with clients, families, and caregivers, and coordinate services with providers.

This newly developed program supports aging individuals and those with disabilities in their communities. The role requires a Bachelor's in social work or related field, and preference for a licensed social worker.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field; current Social Work License preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to interview and gather information.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake need assessments and develop consumer-centered care plans with consumers, caregivers, and families.
• Initiate and coordinate services rendered by providers.
• Advocate for consumers in obtaining benefits and services for which they are eligible.
• Create case records in compliance with regulations and OCES standards.
• Make initial home visits for determination of program/service.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities including Transition Support Team; provide back-up information and referral support.

Skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Interviewing

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Current Social Work License preferred

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 Home Care Intake Worker who will evaluate the need for home care services by an applicant under the home care program and develop/initiate home care service plans. This is a newly developed program!

What you will do: Conduct intake need assessments and develop consumer-centered care plans with consumers, caregivers, and families. Initiate and coordinate services rendered by providers. Advocate for consumers in obtaining benefits and services for which they are eligible. Create case records in compliance with regulations and OCES standards. Make initial home visits for determination of program/service. Participate in interdisciplinary activities including with Transition Support Team Back-up support for Information & Referral Specialist performing general intake and providing information and referral to consumers and applicants.

What you will bring: Bachelor\'s degree in social work or related field Current Social Work License preferred Minimum one year of experience in the social services field preferred Considerable knowledge of social work as well as the social, emotional, and physical processes of aging Ability to obtain information of a personal nature through interviews, draw appropriate conclusions and make suitable recommendations. Ability to respond appropriately to a variety of emergency situations involving the abuse and/or neglect of elders. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; Excellent written and verbal skills. Excellent computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

What you\'ll get:

• 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. Hybrid work environment (home with some in-office requirements)
• Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day 1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan

OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply!

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.