(Case load: Montgomery, Miami, Preble counties)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
RN or possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or similar field required.
A minimum of three years post degree experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the level care management/assessment appropriate to the scope of program responsibilities.
Genuine interest in the Mission of Area Agency on Aging 3.
Must be able to adapt to changing job duties, be flexible, and have exceptional organizational skills.
Proficient in computer skills.
Must have a valid driver's license, access to an automobile, and automobile insurance meeting the minimum requirements of state
Final candidate must agree to a BCII Criminal Records Check, which includes fingerprinting and pre-employment Drug Screen at the expense of PSA 3 Agency on Aging, Inc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Monitoring the provision of services included in the Person-Centered Plan to ensure that individual’s needs, preference, health and welfare are promoted. Must have the following abilities to perform the essential duties:
Ability to effectively communicate with general public, both in person and by phone.
Ability to comprehend written material related to essential job functions.
Ability to accurately document facts related to essential job functions.
Ability to comprehend, recall, and apply facts related to essential job functions.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement a reasonable course of action based on available information.
Ability to detect specific odors related to the assessment of a consumer's health/hygiene and the safety of the consumer's environment.
Ability to use and transport a laptop computer and case; therefore, must be able to lift/carry a minimum of 20 pounds.
Ability to ambulate enough to access private homes/locations which may not be readily accessible.
Ability to travel to community and consumer locations within our 14 county service area.
Ability to occasionally travel outside service area including but not limited to Columbus, Ohio.
Maintains regular contact with the consumer/individual, informal caregivers and other providers of service to determine whether services are appropriate, of high quality and are meeting the consumer's/individual’s current needs. Includes verifying whether services are delivered according to plan and modifying the care plan to meet the consumer's/individuals changing needs.
Manage a caseload and complete home visits and contacts both as required and as needed to assess program eligibility, ongoing service eligibility as well as ongoing care plan for identified/continued needs.
Conducts a comprehensive reassessment every 12 months or more frequently (event-based reassessment) to reassess the consumer's/individuals needs and re-evaluates the appropriateness of care.
Monitors the consumer's/individuals progress with respect to the comprehensive goals and objectives/All Service Plan.
Provide the consumer/individual with information on community services and agency services which will address their needs and make the appropriate referrals on behalf on the individual.
Participates in consumer care conferences with informal/formal providers.
Act as an advocate for individual. Participate in state hearings when required.
This position is directly responsible to the SRS Supervisor.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the SRS Supervisor/Vice President of Program Operations/Chief Operations Officer/Chief Executive Officer.
Adheres to consumer privacy and HIPAA regulations.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Grantor Agency. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you know someone who may be interested, please have them email their resume and interest to Michele Gibson at mgibson@psa3.org or apply at www.aaa3.org/careers
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