Social Worker - BA Level

Under the supervision of the Director of the Memory Center, the Social Worker will assist older adults with cognitive decline, and their caregivers, access resources, provide referrals and benefits/entitlements on a range of supportive services; in partnership with community stakeholders, advocate and intervene on behalf of our constituency; compile data and maintain accurate case records to remain compliant with funder mandates; in addition, with assistance from key staff members, assist with recruitment and community outreach efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessment with older adults and caregivers to assess psychological needs, as well as eligibility for benefits and entitlements (Medicaid, Managed Long Term, Home Care, SCRIE, Food Stamps, Section 8) and determine the nature and degree of need; conduct home visits as needed;
• Complete and maintain up to date written case notes including admission, suspension, care and discharge planning;
• Via telephone or in person, offer case assistance to older adults by providing them with information, referrals and/or obtaining other supportive services;
• Help improve an older adult's financial wellness by offering savings programs like HEAP, SCRIE, SNAP, budgeting, SSI, transportation, discounted cell phone bills, housing applications, Lifeline, tax assistance, etc.;
• In conjunction with other staff members work on special projects such as surveys, research projects, and caregiver events;
• Conduct Care Giver Support groups in Spanish;
• Keep accurate agency and funding source(s) required documentation(s)
• Attend trainings, workshops and case conferences as required to maintain appropriate knowledge of industry trends and policy changes;
• Assist in coordinating recruitment and outreach efforts and presentations to maintain/increase utilization levels of the Memory Center;
• Conduct activity groups for program participants when needed;
• Assist with arranging and monitoring transportation on behalf of program participants, and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Director;

Required Qualifications:

• BA in Social Work or related field of human services; and at least 1 year of experience in the field of human services, preferably in the field of aging; Associate Degree with measurable experience in the field of aging will be considered.
• Bilingual in Spanish is required;
• Experience with or willing to learn advocacy skills; benefits & entitlements and referral systems, and outreach/recruitment;
• Ability to communicate with empathy and sensitivity with program participants, caregivers, and related staff;
• Demonstrate excellent organization and communication skills;
• Good record-keeping abilities and proficiency in computer/web-based programs;
• Able to speak in large public settings about the agency’s offerings, particularly the Memory Center and trends in the field of aging and cognition.