Senior Care Manager – In-Home & Community Resources

Jewish Family Services of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Jewish Family Services of Delaware is seeking a part-time care manager to serve older adults in the community. The role includes assessments, developing strengths-based care plans, linking clients with community resources, and collaborating with local providers.

Responsibilities include in-home evaluations, crafting personalized plans to promote safety and independence, crisis response, referrals, and caregiver support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, social services, health or nursing or other closely related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass a background check, including the Adult Abuse Registry and clean driving record.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-home evaluations to assess all aspects of the older adult’s life, e.g., general health, medical providers, medications, cognitive ability, nutrition, home safety, social supports, etc.
• Develops and implements personalized care plans designed to assure client safety and independence as well as enhance overall well-being
• Responds to client crises as needed
• Provides resources and referrals for other support services (e.g., in-home aides, housekeeping, financial advisor, estate planning, etc.) and recommends changes as appropriate.
• Conducts wellness monitoring through home visits and frequent phone contact to evaluate well-being and unmet safety concerns.
• Accompanies client to doctor appointments to ensure that concerns are expressed, and medical issues are understood
• Provides caregiver and family consultation, including helping them navigate available resources as well as state and federal benefits, identifying appropriate options, and selecting the course of action to ensure their loved one’s well-being and their own peace of mind
• Assists in all service coordination activities outlined in the care plan
• Conducts community outreach designed to engage potential referral sources

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, social services, health or nursing or other closely related field

Job description

Jewish Family Services of Delaware is seeking a part-time care manager to serve older adults in the community. The role includes assessments, developing strengths-based care plans, linking clients with community resources, and collaborating with local providers.

Responsibilities include in-home evaluations, crafting personalized plans to promote safety and independence, crisis response, referrals, and caregiver support.