United Spinal Association Jobs

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Service Coordination & Screen Administration: Provide consultation and short-term service coordination to older individuals and adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities who need services but are not participating in the formal case management system and administer the Long Term Care functional screen to determine functional eligibility for publicly funded programs. Respond to individuals seeking assistance for themselves and to referrals from ADRC staff, community agencies, families, friends, clergy, and public officials. Provide options counseling to enable individuals and families to develop care plans that are consistent with their personal preferences. Coordinate service delivery with other community resources. When appropriate, provide a personal introduction to ADRC programs, volunteer service providers or community providers to facilitate positive experiences that meet individual needs. Be creative in finding ways to identify and serve individuals who, because of isolation, frailty, language barriers, reclusiveness or other reasons, are unable to avail themselves of services. Maintain a follow-up system to monitor changing needs and adequacy of service. Monitor situations where supportive services are needed but the individual refuses to accept services. Counsel family members and significant others who become frustrated when these situations arise. Respond to urgent situations and provide crisis intervention as necessary. Using the Functional Screen, gather information about the individual\'s functional abilities, health status, and personal and professional supports required to meet his or her desired level of functioning. Enter the information in an internet-based program that, based on the data collected during the face to face interview, calculates a level of care for the individual. Participate in quality assurance activities related to the functional screen Nursing Serve as a resource for staff, community, and other service providers. Collaborate with agency staff to determine community and program needs. Make oral or written presentations to interested groups on health and social issues related to wellness and/or long term care needs. Coordinate and/or Facilitate Support Groups Recruit and train volunteer facilitators or co-facilitators. Arrange for and make presentations to support groups. Maintain membership and attendance records. Identify relevant publications or other media for purchase. Provide appropriate individualized follow-up services to group members. Market information about support group opportunities. General Duties Completion of individual client documentation via computerized files. Complete required agency paperwork including, payroll, daily time logs, research projects, and other records required for departmental functioning. Develop/write/distribute materials addressing those questions asked by individuals and families (e.g., service directories, newsletter articles). Assure that any materials developed are in appropriate formats for people with disabilities. Represent the Aging and Disability Resource Center by making presentations to service and community groups. Network with ADRC program directors and other community service providers to maintain current information on available programs, eligibility, and methods of access. Organize and participate in prevention and early intervention activities sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse License required. One year experience working with older adults or adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Community based care experience is preferred. Journalism or public relations experience is preferred. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online: www.co.port ge.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an application mailed to you.