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TITLE:     Full-Time – Bilingual Geriatric Support Services Coordinator (GSSC)

 SUPERVISOR:  Senior Care Options Supervisor

 BASIC FUNCTION:  The GSSC coordinates support services as part of the Senior Care Options Primary Care Team.  The GSSC’s basic function is to assist eligible elderly persons to obtain services which will enhance their quality of life and allow them to live as independently as possible with dignity and respect.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

1              Maintains an on-going caseload

• Conducts an initial assessment of the applicant’s eligibility according to Executive Office of Elder Affair’s standards (including age, income, and need) or Senior Care Organizations.
  • Assesses client’s physical, social, emotional and environmental status to determine needs which are not met by informal or other formal supports.
  • Develops a service plan based on assessment and presents/submits plan to SCO team members.
  • Implements service plan by referrals to vendors and other appropriate community agencies.
  • Monitors needs and service plan on an on-going basis through telephone calls, home visits, case conferences, and team meetings with SCO members.
  • Reassesses client’s eligibility and needs periodically (as defined in the Executive Office of Elder Affairs’ Regulations.)
  • Arranges for Crisis Intervention services when necessary.
  • Provides information about agency’s programs and other community resources.
  • Advocates for client in obtaining benefits and services when client or others are unable to do so.
  • Complies with regulations governing ASAP’s as set forth by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Senior Care Organization.

 2.            Management of case files and related information

• Maintains case records up-to-date as required by the agency, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, and Senior Care Organization.
• Records all statistical data required by the agency.

 3.         Participation in staff development programs

• Meets with supervisor on a weekly basis, or as needed to review cases and problem solve and participate in self-assessment of skills and performance.
  • Participate in Group Supervision to discuss problem cases and agency issues.
  • Meet with supervisor to review and discuss written probationary evaluation and annual thereafter.
  • Participates in in-service training, courses and workshops.
  • Participates in special projects within the agency.
  • Accepts other duties as required by Management.

 4.        Community coordination/advocacy

• Develops professional relationships with SCO team members.
• Provide information and referral for existing community services.
• Identifies gaps in services for the elderly both within and outside the ASAP network and advocate accordingly.
• Works cooperatively with the aging network to meet individual and group needs.
• Meets monthly with SCO team members to review cases.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A. from an accredited college or university, preferably in social services or relevant experience. 
• Licensed Social Worker or 2 years professional experience with elders over 60 with at least one year in a setting where elders receive health care services (such as a hospital, nursing facility, community health agency or interdisciplinary program with an ASAP).
• Knowledge and skills to work successfully in an interdisciplinary team.
• Desire and commitment to working with elders.
• Ability to keep accurate records, document clearly, and to communicate effectively all within a fast paced environment.
• General data entry skills.
• Use of a car with a current license to drive.
• Fluency in English/Portuguese

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TITLE:           Homecare Nurse

 GENERAL DESCRIPTION:    The Homecare Nurse participates as an integral member of a home care team which, along with case managers and other related personnel, assesses and/or authorities services to be delivered by long term care agencies with the aim of promoting coordination and cooperation in the formation of cost effective and quality service plans.
 
Qualifications:
<    The Homecare Nurse must possess a valid Massachusetts license to practice as a registered nurse,  and a minimum of three years of clinical experience, one of which must have been in community nursing.  A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or human services field is desired.
<    The Homecare Nurse must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills and possess a working knowledge of community resources and reimbursement systems for health and social services.
<    Ability to relate to individual elderly.
<    Characteristics of friendly, sensitivity, dependability, flexibility, objectivity, and positive linking to older people.
<    Administrative supervision of Homecare Nurse will be the responsibility of the Nursing Supervisor.

 Duties and Responsibilities:
<   In conjunction with case manager team members, participates in client appropriateness for specific service options, promotes cost-effective service substitutions; establishes the frequency, scope and duration of services; jointly authorizes Medicaid and home care funding for service packages;
<    Participates in assessment and interdisciplinary review of cases; consults with involved caregivers and document findings;
<    In conjunction with case manager team members, assists clients in the referral process; coordinates service plans and participates in ongoing   review of plans efficacy;
<    Provides consultation to providers and other community agencies.  Conducts training and workshops as needed;
<    Maintains records and prepares reports as requested.
<    will review the assessment and care plan done by case managers of each person determined in need of personal care.
<    May make a home visit for purpose of initial assessment whenever deemed necessary by the nurse or case manager.
<      Will monitor the appropriateness, frequency, and quality of personal care through home visits every six months.
<      Assess and authorize community Medicaid services
<      May be required to perform other duties as required

 Please submit resume and cover letter to:     Jacqueline K. Medeiros, Executive Assistant