Aging Life Care Professional (Honora)

LifeCare Advocates•Mamaroneck, NY

13d•$75 - $80•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is ideal for a professional with deep experience in aging and care management, who is passionate about advocating for older adults. The ideal candidate is dedicated to excellence, enjoys working with seniors, and brings optimism and creative problem-solving to help clients thrive. This client-facing, field-based role requires flexible hours and local travel for client appointments. When not with clients, work is done from our Mamaroneck, NY office or remotely.

Requirements

Advanced degree preferred and licensure required in social work, nursing, geriatrics, mental health, or a related field.
3-5 years’ experience working with older adults and families.
Excellent clinical skills; knowledge of family dynamics and family systems.
Highly organized, ability to work in non-traditional, highly professional work environment, and manage fee-for service caseload effectively.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge and comfort using electronics including a “smart phone”, laptop/desktop computer.
Ability to drive with access to a vehicle.
Obtain and/or maintain membership in the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).
Obtain and maintain certification as required by ALCA.

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive assessments of clients; functional, cognitive, medical, social, and emotional needs, evaluating their health, emotional state, finances, and legal needs. Identify actual and potential concerns.
Assists clients and their care team with decisions on aging, disability, services, and long-term care planning.
Creates goal-oriented care plans to address concerns.
Responds quickly to emergencies and high-risk situations
Presents recommendations to the client and care team, involving all relevant parties in decision-making
Implements and maintains the care plan, addressing obstacles and updating goals as needed.
Performs periodic reassessments to ensure the care plan meets goals and adjusts based on feedback
Coordinates care, arranges services, and makes referrals for clients.
Facilitates communication between the client and care team, advocates for the client, and coordinates care across doctors and specialists into a seamless plan. Provides ongoing coordination for some clients.
Guides families from crisis to proactive planning for transitions or medical changes.
Navigates complex family dynamics while empowering older adults and their care team.
Competes documentation promptly per Honora’s Service Level agreements.
Follows client lifecycle processes and improves workflows.
Proactively expands skills, stays updated on elder care trends, and understands Honora’s services and client needs.
Demonstrates strong attention to detail, resourcefulness, organization, and professionalism.
Multi-tasks, takes initiative, and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills in English.