Hybrid Home Care Intake & Care-Plan Specialist

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc.; Brockton (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

35-hour work week with flexibility

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc. is seeking a Home Care Intake Worker to evaluate the need for home care services and develop/initiate home care service plans. The role includes conducting intake assessments, coordinating services, and advocating for consumers.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in social work (license preferred) with at least one year in social services. The position offers a hybrid work environment with a supportive team and opportunities to impact the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required or preferred.
• Current Social Work License preferred.
• At least one year of experience in the social services field preferred.
• Knowledge of aging processes and related social services.

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.
• Create case records in compliance with regulations and OCES standards.
• Make initial home visits for program/service determination.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities including Transition Support Team.
• Back-up support for Information & Referral Specialist.
• Perform general intake and provide information and referral to consumers and applicants.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong writing skills

Interview & information gathering

Team collaboration

Emergency response ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Social Work License (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Old Colony Elder Services, Inc. is seeking a Home Care Intake Worker to evaluate the need for home care services and develop/initiate home care service plans. The role includes conducting intake assessments, coordinating services, and advocating for consumers.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in social work (license preferred) with at least one year in social services. The position offers a hybrid work environment with a supportive team and opportunities to impact the community.