Social Worker Supports Coordinator (LLBSWLBSW)

Senior Resources Of West Michigan

Job Location:

Norton Shores, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Resources Mission Statement: To provide a comprehensive and coordinated system of services designed to promote the independence and dignity of older persons and their families in Muskegon Oceana and Ottawa counties - a mission compelling us to focus on older persons in greatest need and to advocate for all.

Social Work Supports Coordinator

You must be a Licensed Social Worker to fill this role.

Full Time / Exempt / Full Benefits

Starting Pay Range: $ (Dependent on Experience)

Benefits Include:

Life & AD&D and Short Term Disability Insurance coverage.

Health Vision Dental Long Term Disability and other supplemental insurance are offered.

Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account options.

403(b) Retirement fund with 5 % company match.

Sick Leave accrual 3.00 hours per pay for full-time staff.

Vacation Leave accrual new hires starting at 4 hours per pay for full time.

(11) Paid Holidays

Flexible Scheduling

Longevity Pay after 5 years with the organization.

Qualifying employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Provide social work supervision for LLMSW and LLBSW.

Paid CEU options

Mileage Reimbursement

Remote Work Options (Internet reimbursement for remote work settings)

Company Cell Phone

Friendly and Supportive work environment

Fun Outreach Committee (All welcome to join)

Learning Educate Appreciate Develop Committee (ALL are welcome to join)

Awesome Co-Workers

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs assessment of and coordinates activities related to Care Management participants social emotional and financial needs. Plans for care to meet these needs and assesses entitlement programs and basic need services. Implements long-term care services plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts functional assessment of client health needs.

Using a person-centered approach develop a plan of care in conjunction with the participant all allies of the participant who wishes to be involved in the planning process and the participants physician. Assist participant with setting both frequency and duration of services and implement the plan as approved by the participant.

Provides advocacy and arrangements for care not available in the formal network (i.e. socialization service needs) as specified in participant plans of care.

Monitors participant condition and provision of service pertaining to plans of care. Adjust the plan as determined through reassessment or normal monitoring. Maintain communication with the participants family and physician.
Maintains participant files and a tracking system for participants applying for and receiving entitlement services and other pertinent program records.

Seeks clinical consultation from supervisory staff as needed to assure high-quality plans of care.

Manages participants eligibility process for financial assistance including communications with DHHS Eligibility Specialist and preparing and tracking necessary applications.

Keeps current on gerontological social work trends and skills needed to be successful.

Adjust to changing guidelines regarding the MI Choice Waiver contract etc.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
* Must possess a valid Michigan drivers license.
* Must have reliable transportation provide current proof of automobile insurance and be able to drive.
* Must be a current Michigan Licensed Social Worker.
* Must have annual testing/review for tuberculosis.

* Must be able to pass all background checks.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in social work from a four-year college or university with two to three years of experience. Must have a current State of Michigan Social Worker license. (LLBSW or LBSW) A minimum of one year of home care experience is preferred. Experience working with the elderly and/or disabled adults preferred.

Required Experience:

Senior Resources Mission Statement: To provide a comprehensive and coordinated system of services designed to promote the independence and dignity of older persons and their families in Muskegon Oceana and Ottawa counties - a mission compelling us to focus on older persons in greatest need and to ad...