Veteran Care Case Manager - Social Services Counselor

Nunez Community College; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Pay $2.00/HR

Job summary

The Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Social Service Counselor 3 to serve as a Case Manager for Medicare veterans in skilled and intermediate care. You will assist with admissions, financial affairs, and coordination with social service staff.

The ideal candidate will address veteran needs, maintain records, and work with a dedicated team. The role is a probationary appointment, with compensation based on experience and a $2.00/hour

Qualifications

• Five years of social services experience; OR six years of full-time experience in any field plus two years of social services experience; OR a bachelor's degree plus two years of social services experience; OR an advanced degree in a social sciences field plus one year of social services experience.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college will be credited as one year of experience, up to 120 semester hours (for up to four years).
• Certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA) may be required for positions with addictive disorder counseling or prevention services.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Case Manager for medically complex, intermediate and skilled care including Medicare veteran units.
• May escort and assist veterans to medical appointments.
• Handle admissions protocol involving financial affairs, medical records and unit placement.
• Investigates and reports resident complaints and incidents, recommending corrective actions.
• Update veterans face sheets and represent department at monthly Residents meetings.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Communicating Effectively

Ethics and Integrity

Case Management

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years social services

Advanced degree in social sciences + 1 year

Job description

The Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Social Service Counselor 3 to serve as a Case Manager for Medicare veterans in skilled and intermediate care. You will assist with admissions, financial affairs, and coordination with social service staff.

The ideal candidate will address veteran needs, maintain records, and work with a dedicated team. The role is a probationary appointment, with compensation based on experience and a $2.00/hour