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CAPECO is a diverse group of people who are committed to creating a thriving community by providing education, resources, and services dedicated to eliminating poverty and contributing to the success of our community members. We hire people from all walks of life not because we must, but because we know it makes us stronger. If you share our passion for community, then we would love to meet you!

Supervised by:
Program Manager & Director of Programs
Department:
Services for Independence
Classification:
Regular Full Time Position
Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

The Dalles or Pendleton Office
Starting Salary: $4,017

Benefits:
Health, Dental, RX, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation, Sick and Holidays

Because CAPECO is a collaborative workplace with a mission that values face-to-face interactions, the person selected for this position will work primarily in the office. Once training requirements have been met, the supervisor will discuss options for working some hours on a hybrid/remote schedule.

This position is responsible for providing a full range of care/service management functions and service authorizations for older adults and/or people with disabilities, family members, and/or community members. This position performs a full range of duties, including assessing & evaluating the need for the Oregon Project Independence Program-Medicaid, Options Counseling, Family Caregiver Support, and other community resources. This position will work with the participant to develop and implement an action/service plan, assist in determining service options, and assist with gaining access to a variety of long-term care and social services.

Services are targeted to individuals who may have ongoing long-term care needs or who need short-term support to navigate complex public service eligibility requirements, transition between care settings and/or establish a plan for self-support. These services are offered throughout Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Wheeler, Gilliam, Umatilla, and Morrow Counties.

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Conduct home visits with older adults and adults with disabilities to assess their ability to complete Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). Interview individuals to evaluate care and current support needs. Recommend services to be provided and coordinate in-home services to promote independence and safety.
• Actively provide Person-Centered Options Counseling sessions for clients and their family or community support to assist clients with developing and implementing their own plan of action. Conduct follow-up to assess whether additional options are necessary.
• Provide service planning and coordination for adults with chronic or acute age related or physical disabilities which limit independence; determine eligibility for services; develop a care plan to prevent premature institutionalization through provision of in-home services; coordinate referrals with partnering agencies and monitor client progress.
• Work with other agencies, family members, and community organizations to coordinate effective service provision to clients. Facilitate the development of community partnerships to promote services for clients or their families that do not currently exist or accommodate the specific identified needs.
• Monitor client progress and…