Senior Care Options Navigator

COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM BELKNAP- MERRIMACK COUNTIES; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership Belknap-Merrimack Counties is seeking a Long Term Care Options Counselor to join our Concord, NH team. The role focuses on person-centered counseling for long-term supports, in-home and community settings, with a goal of helping seniors and adults with disabilities navigate services.

Hours are full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Compensation is $22.36 per hour, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within CAPBM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service related field preferred or Associate’s degree with two additional years of relevant experience or related certifications (CHW License, SHIP etc)
• Experience working with older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers required
• Skills: ability to communicate effectively, summarize data, prepare reports, and make recommendations to achieve objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork in diverse groups
• Knowledge of person-centered counseling principles for older adults and caregivers using public, private, and community resources

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive, person-centered needs assessments across mental, physical, functional, cultural, financial, environmental, and life goals to determine referrals
• Develop preliminary care planning and long-term care counseling, conduct information gathering, and provide limited follow-up based on consumer preferences
• Provide long-term care counseling to individuals in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, or in-home settings
• Assist with providing periodic public education sessions
• Contribute to a positive participant experience through the ADRC person-centered model

Skills

Effective communication

Data summarization

Report preparation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Community Action Partnership Belknap-Merrimack Counties is seeking a Long Term Care Options Counselor to join our Concord, NH team. The role focuses on person-centered counseling for long-term supports, in-home and community settings, with a goal of helping seniors and adults with disabilities navigate services.

Hours are full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Compensation is $22.36 per hour, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within CAPBM.