Elder/Vulnerable Adult Case Manager

DEPARTMENT: Meskwaki Family Services

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide trauma informed comprehensive direct case management services to elder/vulnerable adult population.
• Provide elder/vulnerable adults and their family's information and referral services (Tribal and Community) available for their protection, safety, and support.
• Transport elder/vulnerable adults to and from necessary appointments including daily needs, medical, legal, law enforcement, court, etc.
• Provide crisis intervention services to elder/vulnerable adults.
• Coordinate and facilitate support groups.
• Research and incorporate policy for program and assist updating Tribal Code.
• Provide public education about needs of elder/vulnerable adults in the community.
• Attend conferences and workshops related to issues concerning elder/vulnerable adults.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Assist with capacity building and research to further develop the elder/vulnerable adult program.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or other closely related field from an accredited college or university and one year (1) year of work experience focusing on the provision of services within the community (i.e.: human behavior, elder/frail adult population, abusive adults, medical issues and psychological issues etc.,) at the professional level; OR three (3) years of case management/social work experience at the professional level which includes one (1) year of experience working with the elder/frail population
• Experience in grant writing and reporting is desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and incorporate skills in the cultural context of the Meskwaki community.
• Must submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills and positive interpersonal relationships skills.
• Must be willing to be on call evenings and weekends.
• Must be proficient in computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheet, internet, email, etc.
• Must be willing and able to travel.

SUPERVISION: Supervised by Family Services Director

SALARY LEVEL: Annual Salary Range: $51,667 - $77,625

Applicants will be required to submit to a background check and to a pre-employment drug test.