Community Transition Liaison

Job Description

Job Description

OCES supports elders and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services. By promoting healthy, safe lives for our consumers, we hope to allow them to stay as active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

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.

Position is on-site at various nursing facilities.

What you will do:

• You will 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.

What you will bring:

• Bachelors Degree in nursing, social work, human services or related field required.
• Current Social Work License preferred.
• 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

What you will get:

• 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 : generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances; 401K plan.

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OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified people to apply!