Regional Dementia and Geriatric Specialist (4350)

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 44,825 - 77,617; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent fringe benefits

Salary range of $44,825 - $77,617 per年

Job summary

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services in Virginia seeks a regional geriatric and dementia services expert to lead coordination for initiatives increasing access to quality care and step-down services.

As a project manager, you will partner with CSB staff and community providers to advocate for community-based care in the least restrictive settings and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or an equivalent Virginia nursing license.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Fingerprints, state and FBI background checks, drug test, and CANIS registry as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as regional subject matter expert on geriatric individuals and dementia.
• Provide project management and coordination for regional initiatives to improve access to quality services.
• Collaborate with CSB staff and community providers, advocating community-based care in the least restrictive settings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, or other approved Human Services degree

Virginia Nursing License (LPN or RN)

Job description

Responsibilities

Provides support to the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), the Community Services Boards (CSB) of Region 3b of Virginia, and the community at large by serving as the regional subject matter expert on geriatric individuals and those living with dementia; provides project management and coordination for the development and implementation of regional initiatives related to increasing access to and obtaining quality services for geriatric and individuals with dementia related diagnoses at risk for hospitalization and/or in need of stepdown services from state hospitalization; partners with CSB staff and acts as liaison to community providers, advocating community-based care in the least restrictive and appropriate care settings.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, or other approved Human Services degree
• OR Virginia Nursing License (LPN or RN)
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Fingerprints, State and FBI criminal record reports, drug test, and central registry (CANIS) report will be required upon request. Our Agency maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $44,825 - $77,617

5% increase for Qualified Mental Health Professional

Excellent fringe benefits