Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, a current social worker license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Social Work, and at least two (2) years’ recent experience working with elderly or disabled adults;
or Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years’ clinical experience in the care of elderly or disabled persons.
Must have a criminal background check.
Must have current CPR certification.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This position primarily serves members residing in the Greater Boston, Quincy, South Shore, Brockton, Randolph, Milton, Dorchester, and surrounding communities. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance of the assigned service area and be comfortable conducting regular home visits throughout the region.
Conducting the initial and ongoing assessments of the AFC-qualified setting.
Obtaining a social history and conducting a psychosocial assessment and evaluation.
Selecting, orienting/training, evaluating, and supervising AFC caregivers in conjunction with the RN.
Participating in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of the AFC plan of care.
Conducting on-site visits with each member at the qualified setting bimonthly (alternating with the bimonthly visit by the registered nurse) for Level I, and monthly for Level II.
Completing a care-management progress note corresponding with each on-site visit or encounter and upon significant change.
Periodic review of AFC caregiver logs.
Assisting with obtaining information and accessing other health-care and community services.
Reviewing and documenting the fire and safety procedures for the qualified setting.
Participating in discharge planning and implementation.
Reviewing at least annually the suitability of the qualified setting.
Effectively communicates with staff/members/family/caregivers.
Participates in the Provider QI Committee program/plan.
Notifies the Provider of emergencies, sickness, and other imminent occurrences that may affect the Member caseload as quickly as possible relative to the event’s occurrence.
Submits written time requests 2 weeks or more in advance of planned time off.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
