Seasonal Assistant - Council on Aging

Town of Duxbury•Duxbury, MA

9d•$15 - $50

About The Position

The Mental Health Navigator is responsible for connecting older adults to Care Solace and other mental health resources, scheduling and facilitating educational programming and advocating for and supporting Duxbury residents and their families. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Requirements

Master of Social Work Degree with 2-4 years related work experience)
Licensed Social Worker (LICSW) or similar certification preferred, valid driver’s license and pass a CORI/SORI and background check.
Knowledge of elder services and resources.
Ability to interact in a positive and effective manner with people particularly adults of all ages, ability to communicate orally in a clear, and concise manner; ability to manage multiple tasks; ability to receive, understand, and execute oral, and written instructions; ability to maintain detailed accurate records, and to prepare written and oral reports.
The ability to relate to older adults in a comfortable fashion with genuine interest, compassion and concern for their needs and feelings.
The ability to assess the needs and strengths of older adults.
Knowledge and demonstrated usage of personal computers particularly word processing and spreadsheet applications; excellent public relations, telephone skills and sensitivity to individual client issues.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Social Worker (LICSW) or similar certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assess the mental health needs of residents through screenings and consultation.
Identify and connect clients to appropriate mental health services, through the Care Solace network and other community resources.
Assist clients in navigating barriers to accessing care.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community mental health resources, including the Mental Health Resource Guide.
Work closely with the Health and Community Services Work Group to implement and roll out Care Solace in the community including leading community education sessions about Care Solace and its services.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Work with BID-Plymouth to provide regular reports on service utilization, outcomes, and challenges.
Collaborate with the Health and Community Services Work Group, Senior Center staff, and other local providers to ensure Care Solace is a well-utilized option in Duxbury and recognized as an important mental health tool for the community.
Advocate for residents to access needed mental health services and supports.
Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities.
Meet with residents and the center, in the community and through home visits.