Advocate (Part-time)

About the position

This part time position works 4-5 days per week onsite. It is not a remote position. The Advocate assesses and completes intakes for all programs of the Office of Senior Services. Conducts in-home visits to complete assessments, conducts eligibility reviews, makes appropriate referrals and assists clients in completing applications to access public benefits. Performs related work as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and assesses the needs of individuals and families for agency programs and services, community-based services and/or in home services.
• Performs intakes and assessments of all clients, including home bound individuals, to assess eligibility for services.
• Schedules and conducts assessments with clients within established protocols.
• Identifies those individuals with health and nutritional risk and makes recommendations for appropriate interventions.
• Assists clients in obtaining necessary services which includes emergency, or on-going needs for food, shelter, or other basic requirements.
• Researches and maintains a comprehensive list of available community services and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate up-to-date records of all services provided and uses applicable computer software as required.
• Provides services for identified clients in a specified geographic region.
• Prepares and provides community education presentations on services available to clients.
• Attends professional development training and administrative team meetings.
• Operates automobile while performing essential duties.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Gerontology, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in the Human Services Field.
• A valid Michigan driver's license and operable insured automobile for authorized travel.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Early Childhood Development, or a related field.
• 1 year of home visit experience.

Benefits

• Salary range: $20.38 - $26.36
• Part-time employment with a probationary period.