Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments and draft written summaries of findings to provide to clients and/or families
Develop goal oriented written care plans within a week of the initial meeting with client
Implement various components of the care plan and update care plan on a regular basis, as appropriate
Negotiate family dynamics to implement care plan
Work within existing family systems to ensure client's needs are met and families have the tools needed to communicate and work towards realistic goals
Communicate regularly with family members and appropriate professionals
Cultivate and maintain extensive knowledge of community resources available to those with disabilities
Collaborate with professionals and advocate for clients’ needs
Coordinate client’s medical providers and medications, collaborate with providers to ensure good communication and consistent disease management

RN, LCSW, LSW, LICSW, MSW or related discipline
Experience with the aging population, resources and housing is essential
Masters Degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Nursing, or related field
5 years or more experience in the field of disability or mental health setting
Demonstrated clinical knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, mental illness, and Autism spectrum disorders
Experience working with complicated family systems and family dynamics
Knowledge of local resources (preferred)
Experience negotiating services and systems
Experience working with mental health issues and coordinating services for clients with mental illness (preferred)
Ability to write clear and professional notes
On-call availability team rotation
Possess qualifications for certification

Aging Life Care Manager – LICSW, MSW, LCSW, RN

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