EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Last Updated: December 22, 2011


Community Care is seeking individuals who are excited to join a friendly, team-oriented, dynamic organization. Community Care is a non-profit provider of care management and referral services in Lake and Mendocino Counties. We offer part and full-time positions, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits. For more information please call (707) 468-9347 or email CommunityCare@CCMC1.org.  Community Care is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply: You can submit an Application for Employment electronically by downloading our Microsoft Word version and emailing it, with your resume, to CommunityCare@CCMC1.org.  You can mail us your application by printing and completing our Adobe PDF version and sending it, with your resume, to Community Care, 301 South State Street, Ukiah, CA 95482.  You can also pick up or drop off applications, at any of our three locations.
 


 

 

TITLE:                        TAPS Studio Administrator/Social Worker

DEPARTMENT:        Community Care Independence Plus

REPORTS TO:           Director, Independence Plus

HOURS:                     9:00 – 3:00 up to three (3) days a week

WAGE:                       $13.00-$15.00 per hour

 

GENERAL STATEMENT

TAPS Studio Administrator/Social Worker will provide services to artists with developmental disabilities to enable them to achieve on optimum level of independence in creative artistic endeavors while assuring the continuity of services in TAPS. This includes providing guidance and support regarding implementation of artistic plans and ongoing supportive feedback about each artist’s progress toward their goals.  The Studio Administrator/Social Worker will work in conjunction with the Art Instructor and assist in supervising the Studio Aide.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Experience working with persons with disabilities, in work and/or family situations.

·         The ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with persons with developmental disabilities.

·         At least two years of college and at least two years of experience in the field of human services, primarily with persons with disabilities.

 

Possession of training and/or experience in the following areas:

  • Person centered planning
  • Advocacy for people with disabilities
  • Planning and supporting consumer-driven activities
  • Facilitation and supporting communication re: needs and choices
  • Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
  • Ability to organize time and set priorities
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Fine arts/music/theatre.

 

JOB DUTIES

The following responsibilities represent the essential functions of the position:

1.      Provide guidance and support to artists regarding implementation of their goals.

2.      Assist artists with chosen activities.

3.      Support and participate in the planning and scheduling of activities in conjunction with Art Instructor.

4.      Order and organize supplies as needed.

5.      Assure compliance with all safety and confidentiality standards.

6.      Accurately record attendance and billing information.

7.      Write reports on artists’ progress as required by Redwood Coast Regional Center.

8.      Maintain confidential records.

9.      Communicate effectively with Service Coordinators as needed.

10.  Participate in the scheduling, implementation and public relations surrounding public viewings of artists’ creations.

11.  Handle all aspects of remuneration distribution regarding works sold by artists.

12.  Coordinate scheduling of Art Instructors in conjunction with Program Director of Independence Plus.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A fingerprint check will be done before beginning work.

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a driving record/DMV check to assure insurance approval to drive program vehicles, if necessary.

 

 

 

 

TITLE:                        Social Work Case Manager / Outreach Coordinator– Lake County

DEPARTMENT:        Community Care HIV/AIDS Program (CCHAP)

                                    Lake and Mendocino Counties

REPORTS TO:           Program Director

HOURS:                     40 hrs/wk

Pay:                           $3227 - $3558/mo. plus benefits

This position combines two part-time positions into one full time position with separate but related responsibilities.

 

The Social Work Case Manager (SWCM) (60% FTE) is responsible for case management and benefits advocacy to people with early, mid and late spectrum HIV/AIDS in Lake County. The SWCM completes psychosocial assessments covering psychological, social and environmental concerns, including evaluation of mental status. The SWCM develops a monthly care plan together with the nurse case manager. Assessments are done in clients’ homes as well as in the office. The SWCM provides advocacy and resources for clients, as needed, assists with obtaining entitlements, networks with community agencies and maintains confidential client records and reports on a timely basis.

 

The Outreach Coordinator (40% FTE) provides activities and programs through the CCHAP Drop-In Center as well as providing outreach activities and information in the wider community. The Coordinator provides information, assistance, and emotional support to clients, when needed, secures food assistance for clients through public and private funding sources and oversees the distribution of food from the CCHAP Food Closet. The Coordinator provides housing assistance through the Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS program (HOPWA). Some reports are required.

 

Skills Required

 

1.      Must relate well to clients in a caring but non-judgmental manner.

2.      A good understanding of the psychosocial/medical needs of these clients is required in order to formulate an integrated, comprehensive care plan.

3.      Effective verbal and written communications

4.      Strongly defined sense of professional boundaries.

5.      Effective analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making.

6.      Ability to work collaboratively and harmoniously with the CCHAP team.

7.      Ability to network and develop relationships with community agencies, service providers and the medical community.

8.      Excellent time management and prioritization skills.

9.      Ability to interview, assess clients’ needs and to provide supportive counseling to clients and their support systems.

10.  Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.

 

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Case Manager reports to the Program Director and will work closely with the case management team.  This includes coordinating closely with the Nurse Case Manager, Case Management Assistant/Secretary and Drop-In-Center Coordinator  The Social Work Case Manager will confer with the Program Director about complicated client cases.  The Social Work Case Manager will submit data on a timely basis to the CCHAP Case Management Secretary for reporting purposes.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

General Statement

The Case Manager is responsible for case management and benefits advocacy to people with early, mid and late spectrum HIV/AIDS in Lake County.

 

Duties

1.       Complete psychosocial assessments covering psychological, social and environmental concerns, including evaluation of mental status.

2.       Develop a monthly care plan with the Nurse Case Manager.

3.       Identify and develop support systems for the client.

4.       Maintain confidential client records and reports on a timely basis, i.e., progress notes on each significant client visit or contact.

5.       Visit each client on a regular basis, including gathering information for reporting to the State Office of AIDS.

6.       Conduct interagency and/or family conferences as necessary to serve the best interest of the client.

7.       Assist client to obtain entitlements including insurance, Medi-Cal, Medicare, IHSS, and other benefits.

8.       Provide client advocacy and find resources for clients as needed.

9.       Assist client to obtain appropriate health care, i.e., arranging for transportation to medical appointments, physician referral, dental referral, and other services.

10.   Provide psychosocial intervention/counseling.

11.   Provide death and dying counseling for clients and bereavement counseling for the client’s family and support system.

12.   Network with community agencies, service providers, etc.

13.   Other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

14.   Regular attendance is required.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License. Employee must carry at least the minimum of $15,000/$30,000 automobile liability/bodily injury insurance.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the responsibilities outlined above.  This job description is not permanent and serves as a guideline which can normally be expected to change when appropriate.

 

From time to time, employees are asked to perform duties and handle responsibilities that are not in their job descriptions.  If, over the months, new duties and responsibilities remain a significant part of the assignment, the job description is changed.