[Hiring] VDC Options Counselor @BAY AGING

Role Description

Bay Aging is seeking full-time Options Counselors, Veteran Directed Care in San Juan, PR. Candidates must currently be living in PR to apply. Provides person-centered counseling services to Veterans enrolled in the Veterans Directed Care program. VDC is a program that serves eligible veterans of any age who are at risk of nursing home placement. The Options Counselor is responsible for:

• Identifying the needs of Veterans and developing a spending plan to meet those needs.
• Assessing, identifying, coordinating, and monitoring supports and services on an ongoing basis.
• Monitoring all VDC spending along with the Veteran, the Financial Management Service (FMS) provider, and the VAMC.
• Reporting directly to Options Counselor, Team Lead, VDC.

Essential Functions

• Home visits (50% including travel time):
  • Initial assessments in the client’s home.
  • Development of a spending plan.
  • Assisting the Veteran with the process of becoming an employer.
  • Facilitating new hire appointments.
  • Conducting monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual required contacts and reassessments as needed.
  • Providing training and remediation as necessary related to employer responsibilities.
  • Suggested maximum case load: 40 veterans per Options Counselor.
• Office work (50%):
  • Follow up on referrals and service implementations for clients.
  • Maintains, updates, and monitors clients' confidential information, services, and file notes in database program as required.
  • Performs fiscal duties as required under Veterans Directed Care program.
  • Maintains accurate records of expenditures, schedules & generates monthly reports as required.
  • Responsible for satellite office administration as assigned.

Decision Making

• Performs a range of tasks and duties independently, without direct supervision.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, advocate for clients, families, and community partners.
• Maintains travel schedule and related expense reports.
• Organizes and prioritizes schedule and duties independently.
• Provides regular reports and updates to supervisor in conflict resolution if warranted.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and standard office equipment.
• Data entry and evaluation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills face-to-face and on the phone.
• Excellent written communication skills (letters, memos, reports, emails).
• Ability to mediate conflict and engage clients in problem-solving conversations.
• Understanding of client confidentiality, recording client data, and accurately entering information into computer systems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently when necessary.
• Detail-oriented — maintain schedule, services, communications & advocacies for clients.
• Establish and maintain trusting relationships with clients and their families in all circumstances.
• Interact and work well with other agency departments, staff & employees.

Working Environment

• Office-based position with minimal physical requirements (ability to lift 15 lbs., walking and climbing stairs).
• Requires regular independent travel.
• Approximately 90% of the essential functions of the position can be performed remotely.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience working with seniors, disabled adults, human services, or general case management field.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or medical field preferred.
• Criminal History background check required.

Required Training

• Upon hire, must pass and complete the Person-Centered Options Counseling through the Virginia Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services.
• No Wrong Door Training.
• HIPAA Basics for Providers through Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
• Military Cultural Competency training through the Virginia Department of Veteran Services.
• Annual recertification is required.

FLSA Status

This is an exempt position.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. From time to time, the supervisor will ask the job holder to perform additional duties related to the completion of the work.

Company Description

Bay Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. Bay Aging is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact MaDena DuChemin, Director, Human Resources at (804) 758-2386, Ext. 1228 or [email protected].