We are seeking an experienced Social Service Coordinator at an apartment community in Lafayette, serving low-income elderly residents. In order to serve these seniors well, you must have patience, be a good listener, and be able to work with them one-on-one, in groups, and sometimes with their families. This position provides the opportunity to join a dynamic and dedicated staff serving wonderful and deserving seniors who live on their own. This is a part-time, 24-hours/week, Monday - Friday, non-exempt position. Flexible, but must fall between 8AM - 5PM. Hourly salary is $29 - $34/hour. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourage all interested persons to respond. Please submit a cover letter and resume. Interviews are arranged by appointment only. We do NOT accept phone calls in response to this job posting from recruiters or potential applicants.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Provides general case management and referral to services to all residents, and may perform formal case Management, if such is not available in the community. Initiates social service assessments on all residents within 30 days of move-in, and annually. Networks with all agencies and service providers in the community. Maintains a directory of providers for use by both community staff and residents. Refers and connects residents to services such as case management, personal assistance, meals-on- wheels. May develop case plans in collaboration with assessment services in the community. Monitors the ongoing provision of services from community agencies and keeps the case management and provider agencies current with the progress of the resident. May set up volunteer support programs with service organizations in the community. Assists residents to build support networks for themselves. May provide training to residents in the obligations of tenancy. May educate other staff on the management team on issues related to aging-in-place and service coordination, assisting them to better serve residents. Encourages residents to be proactive in meeting their social, psychological, and physical needs. Identifies barriers to providing services and problem solves to overcome these barriers. Advocates and negotiates on residents' behalf for adequate, timely and cost-effective provision of aging services. Pursues avenues for additional services through private, local, state, and federal sources. Creates care service plans for all residents receiving service coordinator assistance. Works with hoarders and other unique individuals to promote meeting minimum residency standards. Assists residents (and their families) in determining their need for a higher level of care, and assists with placement and transition.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Speak, read, and write in English and follow oral and written instructions. Must possess the ability to work in Windows environment, and proficiently use Microsoft Office 365 apps, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Must have own vehicle and be able to drive to hospitals, meetings, etc. Able to get to residents' apartments regularly. Bilingual in Russian a plus! Must be friendly, patient, versatile, flexible, and able to multitask. Flexible, creative, well organized, with problem solving and communication and training skills. Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy and to maintain confidentiality. Experience working with diverse groups, i.e., staff, residents, outside contacts.

QUALIFICATIONS A BACHELOR OF

Social Work or degree in Gerontology, Psychology, or Counseling is preferable; a college degree is fully acceptable. However, individuals without a degree, but with appropriate work experience may be hired. Training in the aging process, elder services, disability services, eligibility for and procedures of Federal and applicable State entitlement programs, legal liability issues, drug and alcohol use and abuse among elderly, mental health issues, etc. 2-3 years experience in social service delivery with senior citizens. Demonstrated working knowledge of supportive services and other resources for senior citizens. Demonstrated ability to advocate, organize, problem-solve and provide results for the senior persons served.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Barcelon Associates Management Corporation is accredited by The Institute of Real Estate Management of the National Association of Realtors(R), having met that organization's standards of excellence in education, experience, integrity and fiscal stability. We have been a consulting, marketing, and management company since 1979. Over the last 25 years, we have focused our services in the affordable senior housing industry. There are few companies in our industry that have this kind of longevity and quality in providing services to seniors. We are dedicated to integrity, accountability, teamwork, sincerity, communication, planning and positive professional management. We work as a team valuing and respecting our differences, building on our strengths, and compensating for our weaknesses. We honor and respect each person's gifts, feelings and contributions. Communication, active listening, and admiration will help us reach our common goals and preserve our sense of being part of an extended family. Our on-site associates are the keys to our success. Every day they earn our respect, appreciation and empathy. We will endeavor to encourage our associates to grow, explore, and share new concepts and opportunities that will inspire them to grow with us as a member of our extended family. Our associates are cherished individuals who merit our encouragement, training, understanding, nurturing, and dignity.

EOE Pay:

$29.00 - $34.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

working with seniors: 2 years (Required) social services: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lafayette, CA 94549 (Required)

Work Location:

In person