Role OverviewProvides case management services, information on public benefits, and support to the needs of the residents of Dallas County age 60+ and their caregivers.
What You Will Do
Assess client needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide support to clients and their caregivers.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience working with older adults and caregivers, and possess strong communication and organizational skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work or two years' experience in area related to expressed job
- Work related experience in providing one on one counseling by phone or in person
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken; fluency in a second language (Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Farsi) a plus but not required
- Basic knowledge of computers for use for word processing, formatting documents, spreadsheets, and data entry
- Demonstrated expertise of public benefits and specific eligibility criteria
- Knowledge of services and programs serving older adults and/or adults with disabilities and experience working with those populations
- Case management experience
- Ability to interact with clients from diverse populations and backgrounds
- Demonstrated tact, good judgement and ethics
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Other benefits not explicitly mentioned
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