CASE MANAGER - AGING PROGRAM

About the position

The Case Manager for the Aging Program provides case management and coordination of Home Care, Meals-On-Wheels, and Transportation services. Duties are performed under the supervision of the Aging Program Administrator. The role involves accepting and recording referrals, making home visits, completing initial assessments, and determining client eligibility through a specified certification process. The Case Manager reviews and analyzes information on clients, determines their needs, and assists in developing care/service plans. They also identify and mobilize resources, maintain records, participate in client reviews, provide counseling, and attend training sessions to enhance social services skills.

Responsibilities

• Accepts and records referrals.
• Makes home visits and completes initial assessments.
• Determines client's eligibility through a specified certification process.
• Reviews and analyzes information on clients to determine needs.
• Assists in the development of care/service plans.
• Identifies and mobilizes resources and develops a resource file.
• Maintains all files, records, reports, and care/service plans.
• Participates in client reviews and assessment activities.
• Provides client and/or family counseling.
• Visits nursing homes, hospitals, and other agencies to gather information.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Prepares reports as needed.
• Maintains client rights.
• Works closely with Information and Referral Specialist.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or closely related field.
• Two years of college and two years of experience in human services delivery, preferably in Geriatrics.
• Interest in and awareness of the needs of older adults.
• CPR Certification and Defensive Driving Certification required.
• Valid Georgia driver's license.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.