Caseworker (Full Time)

We make what is important to those we serve important to us.
Make an Impact: Enhance the quality of life for seniors.
Professional Growth : Access to training and career development.

Medical/Dental

• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. The Social Worker (MSW) provides direct social work and care management services to participants of the PACE program, offering comprehensive support to enhance their quality of life and ability to live independently in the community. Responsibilities include participant screening, case management, counseling, and referrals, as well as planning, organizing, and implementing social work services tailored to participants and their families.
As a liaison between the interdisciplinary team, caregivers, and community agencies, the Social Worker ensures participant needs are effectively addressed, and services are coordinated seamlessly. This role is essential in promoting participant well-being, advocating for their needs, and advancing the mission and goals of the PACE program.

Participate in initial assessments, care planning, and periodic reassessments (at least every six months) of participant cases, ensuring assessments are completed prior to team meetings and adhere to departmental standards.

• Document participant changes and updates in the medical record accurately and in compliance with industry and departmental standards.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) members regarding participant status, needs, and care plans.
• Maintain up-to-date case management records, including periodic participant reassessments, and ensure comprehensive documentation.
• Coordinate 24-hour care delivery and provide individual and family counseling to support participants and caregivers.
• Refer participants and families to appropriate community resources, acting as a liaison and advocate to ensure access to needed services.
• Foster effective relationships among team members, promoting team building and cohesion.
• Consult with staff on the impact of social, emotional, and cultural factors on participant health, and advise on available social services in the community.
• Participate in program and policy development for social work services and contribute to Quality Improvement (QI) processes.
• Conduct home visits to participants’ private residences to evaluate and support their needs.
• Actively participate in IDT meetings and contribute to care planning and team discussions.
• **NJ: Social work services which fall within the scope of practice defined by the Social Workers' Licensing Act of 1991 (N.and the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners shall be provided by a social worker.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

• Two (2) years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home, or community-based setting is preferable.
• If this is not present, training will be provided upon hiring.

**NJ: Each social worker shall be certified or licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners and shall comply with the Social Workers' Licensing Act of 1991 (N.and amendments thereto and with all rules of the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners.

Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.
BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Paid Time Off Includes seven holidays
* Full Time, Days, Monday - Friday