Caseworker-Person Centered Counseling/Info. & Assist./Assessment

Caseworker-Person Centered Counseling/Info. & Assist./Assessment

Charleroi, PA 15022

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day

Description

Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement

SOUTHWESTERN PA AREA AGENCY ON AGING, INC.

Full-Time Position

Charleroi, PA Location

Overall Function:

Implements, maintains, and updates the agency's information and referral system while providing Person Centered Counseling to consumers with multiple Long-Term Service and Support needs. Performs Functional Eligibility Determinations to determine clinical eligibility for Medical Assistance long term services and supports.

Essential Functions:

• Provides technical assistance to consumers and families ensuring quality service, social and emotional support.
• Navigates Pennsylvania Individualized Assessment (PIA) system to request Functional Eligibility Determinations (FED).
• Conducts coordination with social service agencies and community resources to ensure the appropriate delivery of services to consumers.
• Conducts follow up to ensure the consumer is following their action plan while encouraging self-direction and self-determination.
• Make home visits to consumers assisting them with applications while working as a liaison among health and human service professionals.
• Performs a variety of office tasks and functions required by the agency for successful operations and expeditious delivery of quality services.
• Conducts Functional Eligibility Determinations with consumers and families and assists in determining level of care and eligibility, to make timely referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Prepares and submits all required program forms, documentation, and correspondence in an accurate and timely manner.
• Completes case assignments in the time frame determined by the Office of Long-Term Living
• Completes registration in SAMS for all new consumers requesting assistance from the AAA.
• Assists consumers with necessary correspondence and contacts to ensure protection of their rights and benefits.
• Prepares and submits all required reports, program forms, documentation, and correspondence in an accurate and timely manner.
• Links consumers to community-based services and resources.
• Receives referrals from various sources, i.e., nursing facilities, personal care homes, physician's offices, hospitals, etc. for consumers who need AAA services and programs other than those provided by the AAA.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, or a related field from an accredited college; an equivalent combination of skills, experience and education may be considered, at the discretion of the Agency.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper service recommendations.
• Must have basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs, existing health programs and available social services, area wide.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care programs.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Ability to observe and recognize verbal and non-verbal signs of physical or mental disorders.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to interpret detailed medical records and documentation obtained from health care providers.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

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