Case Worker (Part-Time)

JOB

• This is a part-time position at 20 hours per work week and assigned at the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Department*Under general supervision, the Case Worker assists with all aspects and components of the Alhambra Case Management Project; evaluates the potential client and identifies the functional and other limitations that impede independent living; delivers all care management services; and performs other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Supervision is provided by the Senior Services Supervisor.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments as needed.) Performs and conducts intake screening and comprehensive assessment of elderly clients' psychosocial and health needs; prepares individualized care planning to include the client and significant others whenever possible; services authorization/arrangement through coordination with local agencies; collects and organizes accurate and proper documentation on individual case client; maintains confidentiality of client, statistical reports, and record keeping as required by the City and Los Angeles County Area Agency on Aging; develops strong professional working relationships with existing state, county, local agencies, health care professionals, and community organizations who provide services for the elderly; participates directly in periodic case reviews of representative and difficult clients; attends regular Project staff and Senior Services meetings as well as those in the community; participates in the planning and development and distribution of marketing materials; attends Case Management Advisory Board meetings working with members on fundraising and community awareness projects; coordinates provision of services with other departments/divisions; and utilizes an accurate and updated Information and Referral Directory as well as other resource information to refer inappropriate clients to the other agencies and services.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Possession of and ability to maintain a valid California Class "C" Driver's License is required.SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants must complete an application online prior to the final filing date. Applications will be screened for qualifications, appropriate background, and only the most qualified will be invited to participate in the examination process. Successful candidates must achieve a minimum passing score in each of the test components. Applicants will be notified by e-mail as to the test date, time and location. The examination process will include: Oral interview weighted at 100% Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment physical and may be required to pass a thorough background investigation and polygraph examination as a part of the selection process. Candidates who do not pass will be disqualified and removed from the eligibility list.ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days prior to the examination date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.