Associate Care Manager

LifeCare Advocates•Newton, MA

55d•$30 - $35

About The Position

The Associate Care Manager will support the Care Management team in providing care to their clients. This may include, but is not limited to: accompanying clients to medical appointments, accompanying clients to or providing shopping and other errands, assisting Care Managers with research and resource gathering. Communication with the Life Care Manager will be required for seamless implementation of the support need. Professional, clear communication with family and/or other collaterals and decision-makers may also be required.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree and/or licensure in social work, nursing, geriatrics, mental health, or related field
2-4 years’ experience working with older adults and families
Excellent clinical skills
Ability to drive, access to car
Highly organized, ability to work in non-traditional, highly professional work environment, and manage caseload effectively
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

Assist Life Care Managers in supporting clients by accompanying or meeting clients at medical appointments; providing companionship; assisting with errands and shopping.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with Life Care Manager regarding support needs, follow up, communication with collaterals.
Develop professional, effective relationships with clients, families, responsible parties, and care providers in all care settings.
Provide client-centered problem-solving, ongoing support, and advocacy for clients as needed.
Provide support and education to family/loved ones coping with loss, dementia, illness, change, resistance.
Document billing and interventions daily
Attend weekly in-person supervision with supervisor
Attend monthly Group Supervision
Attend scheduled Staff Meetings, facility tours
Abide by Standards of Practice for Aging Life Care Professionals as determined by ALCA.