Functional Eligibility Screener

Functional Eligibility Screener, Full Time, Day Shift, Milwaukee - $5,000 sign on bonus.

Community Care is hiring a Functional Eligibility Screener who enjoys team enjoys team collaboration, community-based work, being part of a mission driven organization and who shares our mission to help elderly individuals and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities continue to live as independently as possible in the community. This position is perfect for someone who is experience with the LTFS assessment tool and enjoys training and staff support.

This is a full-time opportunity in our Family Care, PACE or Partnership Program based at our Milwaukee Location. $5,000 sign on bonus.

• Performs initial, periodic and change of condition functional screens on Family Care, PACE and Partnership Program members.
• Provides ongoing training to all certified staff to ensure staff maintain skills and integrate new information into practice. Develops, provides, and tracks LTCFS training programs for new employees.
• Assists all new Care Management staff in obtaining LTCFS certification.
• Provides intensive oversight of all LTCFS activities for a minimum of 6 months to ensure screener is competent.
• Tracks timely screen completion in computer system
• Participates in team meetings
• Regular local travel, requiring use of personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and proof of required insurance coverage.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field is required.
• Certification
  :
  Current Long-term Care Functional Screener
• Experience
  : 18 months of experience in a social service capacity or a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services and one year experience with older adults or persons with physical and or intellectual disabilities in a social service capacity.

• Monday to Friday
• Hours of Operation, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Community Care is a local nonprofit with more than 40 years of experience helping older adults and adults with disabilities live as independently as possible within the community. We coordinate and deliver a full range of supportive services that help more than 13,000 Wisconsin residents live safely, confidently, and with dignity. We are Wisconsin-based with local offices supporting each of the 23 counties we serve Our dedicated team works with members to develop care plans to meet their health and social needs Together with our community partners, we’re committed to providing compassionate, personalized care that empowers members to live a healthy and independent lifestyle.

Our employees make a real difference in people’s lives every day. That is why we are proud to offer a compensation package that includes:

• Generous, paid time off
• Competitive pay and benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• Flexible benefits plan
• Employee referral program
• Coworkers care program
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

Community Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer