ADRC Options Counselor

ADRC Options Counselor Salary $28.06

• $35.

83 Hourly Location Lincoln, NE Job Type Full time/probationary or status Job Number 202600303 Department Aging Partners Division Personal & Family Services Opening Date 05/26/2026 Closing Date 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Posting Information Aging Partners' Personal and Family Services Division is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time, advanced social service position supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include providing information and referral services, assisting with benefits, and empowering individuals to make informed, self-directed decisions. As an ADRC Options Counselor, this position will develop action plans with individuals and their families or caregivers, conduct follow-up contacts to evaluate the effectiveness of those plans, and determine whether additional support is needed. The role ensures that each individual receives accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date information and assistance. This position is in-office setting with availability for public interaction over the phone and in-person, 8:00

• 4:30 Monday
• Friday.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, gerontology, psychology, human services, or a specified field of study to fulfill state-mandated qualifications plus two years of experience in providing program services or case management to a geriatric or disabled population including six months of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities, and skills that meet the state mandated requirements.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties. We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position: Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance. We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days. All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Up to 4 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave $70,000 of Life Insurance $1,250 of Tuition Reimbursement 401(a) Retirement Plan . If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9% Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.

Optional benefits include:

Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Allstate Voluntary Plans Supplemental Term Life Deferred Compensation Plans 01 APPLICATION

COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

1. This application process is hand scored. 2. All questions must be fully answered to receive full credit. 3. Copied/pasted answers may not receive full credit. 4. "See resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses may not receive full credit. 6. I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application. Acknowledge 02 Do you have a college level degree (s) in any of the following: (check all that apply) Psychology

• Associate's Degree Psychology
• Bachelor's Degree Psychology
• Master's Degree Gerontology
• Associate's Degree Gerontology
• Bachelor's Degree Gerontology
• Master's Degree Social Work
• Associate's Degree Social Work
• Bachelor's Degree Social Work
• Master's Degree Human Services
• Associate's Degree Human Services
• Bachelor's Degree Human Services
• Master's Degree Related Field
• Associate's Degree Related Field
• Bachelor's Degree Related Field
• Master's Degree None 03 If related field, please indicate specify below.

04 Are you currently a Certified SHIP (State Health Insurance Program) Counselor? Yes No 05 Do you have experience providing Information & Referral services and Benefits Assistance to older individuals or individuals who have a disability? Yes No 06 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience, including types of activities. 07 Do you have experience assisting people in applying for Medicaid, Economic Assistance, Medicare, Medicare Part D or other public benefits? Yes No 08 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 09 Do you have experience assisting people in applying for Social Security Disability benefits? Yes No 10 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 11 Do you have experience working with a diverse population? Yes No 12 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 13 Do yo have employment or volunteer experience in any of the following: (Check all that apply) Providing services or assistance to individuals who have disabilities. Providing services or assistance to older individuals (age 60+) Providing case management or short-term case work Completing individual needs or goal assessments Providing assistance using a person-centered approach Working with individuals when their primary or first language is not Enlgish None 14 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. 15 Do you have experience and proficiency in using the following computer programs or websites? (Check all that apply) Microsoft Office Suites iServe or AccessNebraska Medicare.gov N-FOCUS None 16 If yes, please list the employers from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work experience. Required Question Employer City of Lincoln/Lancaster County Address 555 South 10th Street, Room 302 Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508 Phone (402) 441-7597 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm