Long Term Supports Coordinator - AgeSpan

AgeSpan

Formerly Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley/North Shore

About Us: Since 1974 our agency has strived towards supporting an individual's desire to make their own decisions, secure their independence and remain living independently in the community. We are proud of our employees who make this possible every day. Our agency is a thought-leader, a nationally known generator of new ideas, because it welcomes creativity, your ideas. It is an outstanding place to work stimulating, friendly, collaborative. We offer competitive salaries, generous vacation time, and an excellent work/life balance. We value diversity and encourage career growth. If you have a passion for improving the lives of the elderly community and enjoy working in a diverse team driven by its mission, you've found the right place!

At AgeSpan, you'll find a work environment that combines:

• A refreshing culture that is supportive, collaborative, and encouraging of diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• A focus on innovation with a team recognized for developing and implementing innovative programs and novel solutions.
• Encouragement of your development through opportunities to get involved, use your voice, and gain new knowledge and skills.
• A satisfying balance between your work and personal life, including a flexible workplace, generous paid time off, and wellness programs.

Depending on your role and your hours, we offer:

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work opportunities
• Competitive salaries
• Healthcare (medical, dental)
• 403b Retirement Plan with agency match
• 20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, and 12 Paid Holidays
• Social Work Licensing Program
• License Renewal Paid by agency for RN's and Social Workers
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free parking
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission Program
• Agency subsidized gym membership (on-site in Lawrence)
• Commitment to promoting within

Position Summary: The Long Term Supports Coordinator (LTSC) integrates non-medical support services into care plans and assists the members/enrollees of the One Care Plan, their caregivers and the Primary Care Team in navigating the network of support and information services available to disabled adults ages 21 and older.

Essential Functions: (Core duties or tasks that are fundamental and not marginal to the performance of the job)

• Conduct field visits to assess an older adult's physical, social, emotional and environmental status to determine their needs in their homes in accordance with Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) regulations.
• Completes the required documentation and appropriate computer data entry.
• Collaborates with the One Care Team to ensure the Personal Care Plan best meets member needs.
• Supports and advocates for person centered planning.
• Coordinates the provision of appropriate non-medical services as directed by One Care program and the Care Team as requested.
• Finds resources and services in the community which supports members independence, wellness, and goals of recovery.
• Monitors the outcomes of the developed Personal Care Plan.
• Assists members/enrollees with Medicaid redeterminations, securing Social Security and S.S.I., food stamps, housing and other related benefits.
• Participates in the organization and promotion of health-related programs and activities.
• Attends Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings as required.
• Participates in Team meetings and activities as a team member.
• Work collaboratively within the team to provide coverage as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: BA/BS in social work, human services or related field strongly preferred. Experience working with adults with physical, intellectual, and behavioural disabilities strongly preferred. Experience with disabled population or elders in a health care setting preferred. Knowledge of home and community-based service systems preferred. Cultural competency and the ability to provide informed advocacy preferred. Ability to adapt to a variety of situations, and to respect and accept different values, nationalities, races, religions, sexual orientation, expressions of gender, cultures, and standards of living. Strong written, verbal, computer and skills necessary to work successfully in an interdisciplinary team required. Must have valid Driver's License and reliable transportation. Bilingual capacity in Spanish is required.

Hours: 37.5 per week

AA/EOE

AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. It is important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve.We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.