Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Care Management Psychosocial Assessments Care Planning Public Health Electronic Referrals Evaluation Of Care Cross-Functional Collaboration Caregiving Environmental Impact Assessments

Other Skills

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Supervision
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Advocacy
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Progress Reporting
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Goal Setting
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Compassion
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Communication
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Time Management
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Organizational Skills
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Social Skills

Roles & Responsibilities

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services, or a related field
At least two years of experience in the care of elders or those with disabilities
Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record
Must pass company background and reference checks

Requirements:

Provide case management for AFC Participants and Caregivers, including development and evaluation of AFC Plan of Care, goal setting, training, advocacy, and referrals
Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of the AFC qualified setting; obtain a social history and psychosocial assessment and evaluation of the participant
Assist in selection, training, evaluation, and supervision of AFC caregivers in conjunction with the Director; conduct on-site visits with each participant and caregiver monthly or bi-monthly
Maintain timely documentation including progress notes and AFC care logs; participate in ISP and team meetings and other required meetings

Communitas, Inc.

About Communitas, Inc.

Communitas welcomes, values, respects and supports people of all abilities. Our mission is to meet individual needs – whatever they are and however they change – while inspiring dreams. We advocate passionately while compassionately delivering services and programs that expand opportunities, empower people, support independence and enrich lives. Founded in 1954 and formerly known as EMARC, Communitas provides individualized support for people of all abilities. We offer family-centered services and resources – as well as employment and volunteering opportunities – for more than 1,000 families from Everett, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield and surrounding communities.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 201 - 500

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Job description

About us!

Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, person-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, throughout their life span and in their communities.

Why work for us?
Recognized and honored as a Top Workplace for 2024 & 2025 – Communitas is proud to welcome you to a work environment that is dedicated to rewarding and supporting our valued employees for their hard work, passion, creativity, and relentless drive to make a positive impact in our community.
As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency, and contribute to a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of others. This dedication and collaborative spirit that our employees exhibit each day makes our mission to empower people and enrich lives possible. For these efforts, we express our deep appreciation through:

| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement | Regular Employee Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |

The role!

Position: Adult Family Care Case Manager
Location: Wakefield, MA
Pay rate: $49,920 exempt annual salary
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week – Hours worked at the Communitas office in Wakefield and in the community attending home visits (Some work from home hours can be accommodated upon completion of 90-day probationary period)

Benefits of Working for us!

Tiered pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
4 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment

Summary & Responsibilities

The Adult Family Care Case Manager provides case management for AFC Participants and Caregivers including development and evaluation of AFC Plan of Care, goal setting, training, advocacy, and referrals. This position requires the successful candidate to complete home visits in various locations (this includes Essex, Suffolk, and Middlesex county – locations up to 30 min drive from office) at various times based on family’s schedules. This often includes some early evening hours after 4pm.

Conducting the initial and ongoing assessments of the AFC qualified setting.
Obtaining a social history and conducting a psychosocial assessment and evaluation of the participant.
Assisting in selection, training, evaluation, and supervising of AFC caregivers in conjunction with the Director.
Conducting on-site visits with each participant and the caregiver in the qualified setting monthly or bi-monthly. Completing progress notes, ensuring the documentation is completed in a timely manner. Conducting periodic review of AFC care logs.
Assisting the participant in obtaining information and accessing other healthcare and community services.
Participating in ISP and team meetings as needed, attends other meetings as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services, or a related field is required.
At least two years of experience in the care of elders or those with disabilities.
A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
Must pass company background and reference checks