DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interview and screen all referrals to determine the appropriateness of the prospective participant for a full ADHC assessment. Provide referrals for applicants who are not appropriate for ADHC.
• As a member of the multidisciplinary team will provide assessments and reassessments of psychosocial needs of the participants and develop an individualized plan of care for each participant including short term and long-term goals.
• Maintain signed and dated documentation of all services performed on the day of service and signed and dated quarterly progress notes.
• Make referrals to available community resources. Maintain current roster of community resources.
• Develop peer support groups and family caregiver groups.
• Develop and facilitate problem-oriented discussion groups for participants.
• Serve as liaison to the participant's family and other caregivers.
• Serve as liaison to community agencies providing services to the participant.
• Participate in community education, networking and advocacy groups serving frail and disabled older adults.
• Initiate the development of a discharge plan at admission and update the discharge plan at each reassessment period; assume responsibility for implementation of the plan at the time of discharge from the Center.
• Conform to all applicable policies of the Center and attend the orientation program offered by the Center.
• Comply with all health and safety standards including licensing, fire and disaster preparedness regulations and agency policies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

License/Certification:

• Social Worker: Masters or Bachelors degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology or Counseling.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person