Information & Referral Specialist

We are seeking an Information & Referral Specialist to provide information to our consumers in response to service and eligibility inquiries.

• Assess the health and functional status of members
• Develop community-based care plans and related service packages
• Participate in the development of a member's Individual Care Plan (ICP)
• Arrange, coordinate, and monitor the provision of appropriate members
• Participate in the determination of a member's need for institutional and community long-term care services

• Your passion for helping others and desire to make a difference.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field highly preferred; current licensure if appropriate
• Minimum of two years' professional experience in the care of people 65 and older
• Current Social Work license (LSW) or higher preferred
• Working knowledge of social, emotional, and physical process of aging
• Ability to obtain information of a personal nature through interviews
• Ability to gain and hold the confidence of clients and their families
• Draw appropriate conclusions and make recommendations
• Knowledge and skill necessary to work successfully within an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• The ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals.
• Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career.
• Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; standard M-F workweek; hybrid work environment (home, office, and home visits).
• Exceptional benefits: generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances; 401K plan.

OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified people to apply!