Case Assistant - Community Transition Liaison Program

AgeSpan•Lawrence, MA

1d•$22 - $23•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. The agency is a thought-leader and a nationally known generator of new ideas, welcoming creativity and employee ideas. It is described as an outstanding place to work, offering a stimulating, friendly, and collaborative environment. AgeSpan provides competitive salaries, generous vacation time, and an excellent work/life balance, valuing diversity and encouraging career growth. The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and encourages diverse perspectives and backgrounds, with a focus on innovation and opportunities for employee development. A satisfying balance between work and personal life is offered, including flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, and wellness programs.

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.
Driver's license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Bilingual capacity a plus

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.