Community Transition Liaison

Old Colony Elder Services • Brockton, MA

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About The Position

OCES is growing and expanding to 11 more towns covering the south shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc. OCES supports older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible. Our mission: Through the talents of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. We are seeking a Community Transition Liaison to facilitate successful discharge activities and other support activities for assigned consumers focusing on the transition from nursing facilities (NF) to community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, human services or related field required.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Must possess knowledge of long-term care, case management, discharge planning, community resources, programs, and benefits to help support an individual's transition from an institutional to a community setting.
• Two years of experience in the social services field including a minimum of one year of experience with transition support activities.

Nice To Haves

• Current Social Work License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be the point of contact for families, health care proxy and nursing facility staff related to transitions to the community.
• Increase awareness of service and transitions options with residents and community.
• Determine appropriateness for referral programs supporting the transition to community and in support of meeting consumer needs once in the community setting.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Discharge Planning (IDP) meetings and facilitate communication among consumer, family member and community agencies.
• Maintain records in compliance with standards.
• Maintain knowledge of current OCES policies/standards and funding source regulations.

Benefits

• Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals.
• Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career.
• Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; no weekends.
• Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day 1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances; 401K plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level