What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADRC Specialist position at Walworth County, WI?
Job Title: Aging and Disability Resource Center Specialist
Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Aging and Disability Resource Center Specialist to provide information and assistance, options counseling, enrollment/disenrollment counseling, long-term care program eligibility determination, and advocacy to the general public.
Description:
This is a full-time position responsible for providing specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and at least one year of relevant prior experience working with the aging and disabled populations. Knowledge of long-term care programs, such as Family Care, IRIS, AFCSP, SSIE, and MA covered services is preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Facilitate consumer access to service
- Collaborate with contracted providers and closely monitor purchased services that are provided to consumers
- Evaluate and assess individuals and families with psychosocial and/or physical difficulties
- Develop and carry out service plans, coordinate and monitor services and treatment, and review and terminate services
- Administer mandated functional and financial screens within state and federal guidelines to determine program eligibility
- Provide short-term case management services for assigned caseload, including face-to-face contact, in home or community
- Complete annual protective placement reviews for persons who are elderly, physically disabled or intellectually disabled and are enrolled in a long-term care program
- Complete access and abuse neglect reports according to State statute and forward to APS team for screening review
- Advocate for consumers and provide community education
- Educate consumers, as well as their support system, to enable the consumer to achieve their personal goals and to reach his or her maximum potential
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
- At least one year of relevant prior experience working with the aging and disabled populations
- Valid Driver's License
- Proof of minimum liability auto insurance coverage
- Must be able to provide a reliable personal vehicle to be used for business-related travel as needed
- Wisconsin Alliance of Information & Referral Systems (AIRS) Certification for I & R Specialist in Aging/Disability (CIRS-A/D) required within one year of hire
- Wisconsin DHS Adult Long Term Care Functional Screener certification preferred at time of hire or must be obtained within two months of hire
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $26.86 - $35.31 hourly
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Retirement plan through the Wisconsin Retirement System
- Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please submit your application through our online portal. A completed Walworth County Electronic Application, along with a cover letter and resume, is required.
Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Aging and Disability Resource Center Specialist to provide information and assistance, options counseling, enrollment/disenrollment counseling, long-term care program eligibility determination, and advocacy to the general public.
Description:
This is a full-time position responsible for providing specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and at least one year of relevant prior experience working with the aging and disabled populations. Knowledge of long-term care programs, such as Family Care, IRIS, AFCSP, SSIE, and MA covered services is preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Facilitate consumer access to service
- Collaborate with contracted providers and closely monitor purchased services that are provided to consumers
- Evaluate and assess individuals and families with psychosocial and/or physical difficulties
- Develop and carry out service plans, coordinate and monitor services and treatment, and review and terminate services
- Administer mandated functional and financial screens within state and federal guidelines to determine program eligibility
- Provide short-term case management services for assigned caseload, including face-to-face contact, in home or community
- Complete annual protective placement reviews for persons who are elderly, physically disabled or intellectually disabled and are enrolled in a long-term care program
- Complete access and abuse neglect reports according to State statute and forward to APS team for screening review
- Advocate for consumers and provide community education
- Educate consumers, as well as their support system, to enable the consumer to achieve their personal goals and to reach his or her maximum potential
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
- At least one year of relevant prior experience working with the aging and disabled populations
- Valid Driver's License
- Proof of minimum liability auto insurance coverage
- Must be able to provide a reliable personal vehicle to be used for business-related travel as needed
- Wisconsin Alliance of Information & Referral Systems (AIRS) Certification for I & R Specialist in Aging/Disability (CIRS-A/D) required within one year of hire
- Wisconsin DHS Adult Long Term Care Functional Screener certification preferred at time of hire or must be obtained within two months of hire
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $26.86 - $35.31 hourly
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Retirement plan through the Wisconsin Retirement System
- Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please submit your application through our online portal. A completed Walworth County Electronic Application, along with a cover letter and resume, is required.
Salary : $27 - $35
