What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assisted Living Activity and Case Manager position at EBEN EZER LUTHERAN CARE CENTER?
Job Details
Description
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Full time position (30-40 hours/week)
Primary Job Purpose: To address the social, psychosocial, and mental health needs of the
neighbors and to enhance their quality of life in Assisted Living.
Essential Job Functions:
- Practices the Values, the Mission, and Philosophy of Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center.
- Shall provide orientation to new neighbors and their families (including explanation of residents’ rights, advanced directives, house rules, etc.)
- Responsible for planning activities, coordination, ordering supplies and ensuring activities are scheduled and meeting the needs of neighbors.
- Will assist with activities as needed.
- Responsible for training and mentoring Assisted Living aides.
- Responsible for assessing and monitoring neighbors’ psychosocial, financial, and mental health needs, reporting, and completing required paperwork to proper agencies and individuals as necessary.
- Will serve and assist neighbors and families with mood and psychosocial needs, specifically in the areas of family and/or resident resolution of issues.
- Will assist with admission screening, admission processes, and discharge planning.
- Will assist neighbors and families with other issues, as needed.
- Will provide accurate and timely documentation and update care plans. Will monitor daily progress notes to stay current on the needs of neighbors.
- Responsible for attending psychotropic drug review meetings and presenting necessary information on neighbors.
- Assist with incident reporting and abuse/neglect investigations.
- Communication of neighbors’ condition & significant issues with physicians, families, staff and Administrator as necessary.
- Will assist the department in survey preparations and regulatory compliance.
- Will assist with personal care, medication administration, bathing, and housekeeping as needed.
- Coordinate transfers (room changes) within the community and assist neighbors in adjusting to the transfer.
- Assist neighbors with accessing outside resources and financial management, such as applying for Medicaid, when the family is not available.
- Obtain necessary knowledge of State and Federal regulations.
- Assist Assisted Living Administrator with Quality Management initiatives.
- Assist with neighborhood meetings, other activities, and other large community-wide events, as needed.
- Must maintain confidentiality of all work-related information according to HIPAA regulations. Assure neighbors’ rights, privacy, and HIPAA regulations are followed.
- In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon Eben Ezer's needs or requirements
Qualifications
Qualifications: 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.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience: Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field
or equivalent experience is desired. Healthcare experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license. Must obtain QMAP certification within 6 months
of acceptance of position.
Non-Essential Job Functions: May serve on Eben Ezer committees. May need to assist with
neighbors’ transportation to appointments. Will attend meetings and department meetings as
instructed.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to enter data accurately.
- Ability to think critically, be detail-oriented, work well with peers, handle multiple interruptions, and work on multiple tasks throughout the day.
- Must have good writing and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate well with neighbors, their families, and other team members both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to facilitate teamwork between departments and to assure the neighbors are provided the best possible care.
- Must exhibit courteous, compassionate, and respectful treatment of neighbors, families, and co-workers.
- Ability to listen well and process information.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Experience with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
- Experience with long-term care, working with the elderly, knowledge pertaining to dementia and related conditions.
- Ability to work independently in completing work assignments and manage time efficiently. Ability to multitask and work through stressful situations.
Material and Equipment used: General office equipment, such as phone, fax, copier, adding
machine/calculator, scanner, shredder and computer.
Working Environment/Physical Activities: Must be able to sit, stand, and walk 8 hours a day.
Must be able to lift and carry 0-50 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally with
assistance. Must be able to push/pull up to 250 pounds regularly using a wheelchair. Sits,
stands, bends, walks, reaches, lifts, keyboarding, pushing wheelchairs, and moves
intermittently during working hours. Employee is subject to physically ill neighbors as well as
hostile and emotionally upset neighbors and/or families.
Working Hours: General office hours Monday - Friday, some evenings and weekends.
Occasional help covering as a QMAP or aide on the neighborhoods may be required. Schedule
may vary, based on needs and supervisor discretion.
Working Location: This is not a remote position and work must be performed in-person.
2025 BENEFITS OFFERED
Full-time opportunities include:
- 3 different Medical Insurance options – with two that qualify for an HAS account, offered at the beginning of the month following 60 days of employment
- Dental & Vision Insurance - offered at the beginning of the month following 60 days of employment
- Free Telehealth Coverage – free access to general medicine doctors, mental health therapists and psychiatrist, dermatologists, nutrition counseling, neck and back care and expert medical advise (offered at the beginning of the month following 60 days of employment)
- Free AD&D and basic life insurance – after 1 year of service
- Private plan for CO FAMLI Leave coverage
- Many Voluntary Benefits Available – Life and AD&D, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity (offered to full and part-time team members)
Other Benefits –
- 401K with generous matching
- Accrued Paid Leave Time and Paid Sick Leave
- Scholarship Programs
As a progressive, faith-based community, our approach to diversity and inclusion aligns with our beliefs that everyone matters; Our Team Members, Neighbors, Families, and Community. We strive to recognize individual identities and respect you for who you are, where you are.
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