Case Assistant - Community Transition Liaison Program

AgeSpan•Lawrence, MA

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

AgeSpan has been supporting individuals' desires to make their own decisions, secure their independence, and remain living independently in the community since 1974. We are proud of our employees who make this possible every day. Our agency is a thought-leader and a nationally known generator of new ideas because it welcomes creativity and employee ideas. It is an outstanding place to work: stimulating, friendly, and 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), and Commitment to promoting within.

Requirements

High School diploma with 1 year of related work experience and/or interest in working with nursing facility residents including older adults or persons with disabilities who are transitioning from an institutional to a community setting.
Bilingual capacity a plus
Driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

Supports the Community Transition Liaison to operate at the top of their role and responsibility.
Accompanies the Liaison on nursing facility visits as needed and indicated.
Provides additional support to the Liaison for complex cases.
Gathers documentation needed to assist the consumer in applying for public benefits.
Assists with filling out paperwork and applications with resident/caregivers in applying for public benefits and other community services including beginning the process of gathering necessary documentation and identification.
Assists the consumer in completing and submitting housing applications.
Conducts clerical duties as needed by Liaison, including data entry into the Executive Office of Aging & Independence designated cloud-based data enterprise system.
Ensures case documentation meets the standards set forth by the Executive Office of Aging & Independence for the Community Transition Liaison Program.
Reviews reporting for compliance.
Maintains compliance with all mandated regulations of AgeSpan and the state and federal agencies.
Other duties as assigned.