Case Manager, Options Counselor - Part Time - Elder Services of Berkshire County - Pittsfield

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Elder Services of Berkshire County
73 South Church Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
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Company Description:
The mission of Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. is to provide Berkshire elders, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities the opportunity to live with dignity, independence, and self-determination, and to achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Excellent Benefits include Health Insurance, Free Dental Insurance for Full-time positions, Vision Plan, Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Twelve Paid Holidays, three weeks paid Vacation in the first year, Sick and Personal Days, Employee Assistance Program. Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program may apply.
Case Manager, Options Counselor - Part Time
$22.70 Per Hour
Pittsfield
Part Time
Social Services
Human Services
Bachelor's Degree
Required
2+
Required
Human Service experience - Preference: Required
Driver's License - Preference: Required

Options Counselors assist older adults and individuals with disabilities in making informed choices about long-term care and support options. It involves an interactive, person-centered approach where individuals, along with their families or caregivers, discuss their needs, preferences, and values to determine the most appropriate long-term care choices. The counselor helps individuals understand their options, explore different settings and services, and make informed decisions

Education/Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and two years’ relevant experience in human services or health care.

Competencies:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Commitment to working with the elderly and disabled adults; strong sensitivity to aging and disability issues.
  • Crisis intervention/problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to apply the practices, principles, and techniques used in professional social work.
  • Leadership ability; independent thinker; self-starter.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using databases.

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