Fantastic Opportunity in Community Services!
LSW, LSX or qualifying for licensure
We are looking for a Community Services Specialist, working in a hybrid position, 40 hours/week, in our Lewiston and satellite offices as needed. As a team member of the Community Services Department, this position will provide support to clients within Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin Counties.
Responsibilities
- Provide information, advocacy, counseling and assistance to older adults and adults with disabilities and their families in identifying and accessing support services in the community
- Plan for long term support services
- Identify programs and services to meet the needs of older adults, persons with disabilities, and caregivers
- Serve as a collaborative liaison with community health and human service organizations
- Services are aimed at clients living within Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin Counties
Qualifications include:
- LSW, LSX or the ability to become a conditionally licensed social worker
- Bachelor's degree within related field
- 1-3 years’ experience in case management, professional social work, nursing, gerontology, health or other related human services preferred
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple tasks
- Excellent problem solving, time management, prioritization and organization skills
- Effective assessment skills with the ability to successfully establish goal planning with clients
- Valid Driver’s License
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,450.00 - $47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Case Management/Social Services: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- LSW, LSX or qualifications met for licensure (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lewiston, ME 04240: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lewiston, ME 04240