Job: Admin Assistant for Social Work team

Total Longterm Care is a non-profit PACE program that provides managed health care and supportive services designed to assist seniors who want an alternative to nursing home placement. With Total Longterm Care's assistance, participants can stay in their own homes and communities. The mission of Total Longterm Care is to enable frail individuals to live with dignity in their communities.

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our social work team!

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction and supervision of the Social Work Coordinator and in conjunction with the Center Director, assists the social work department with administrative duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Physical Requirements - Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; the ability to use department equipment; and the ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds using appropriate body mechanics. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle in order to perform home visits.

2. Visual, Hearing and Communication Requirements - Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to document care provided in participant records. Must be able to communicate verbally with participants, family and team.

3. Pressure Factor - Requires working under stressful conditions. Working conditions may be noisy and crowded and fluctuating indoor temperatures. Required to meet scheduled appointments while dealing with frail and confused participants. Subject to participants that may have the potential for verbal or physical aggression as well as difficult family dynamics, including caregivers under stress.

4. Environmental Conditions - May be exposed to a risk of bodily injury through contact with moving instrumentation, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, bodily fluids, communicable diseases and any other conditions common in a healthcare environment. Subject to unpleasant odors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL AND DRUG SCREEN.
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience with the frail elderly. Knowledge of the principles, practices standards and techniques of social work. Knowledge of how to use computers. Knowledge of safety requirements. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, medical staff, and the public. Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution. Ability to take direction, prioritize and work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.