Long Term Care Functional Screener chez Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan

🧭 Now Hiring: Long-Term Care Functional Screener

📍 Milwaukee, WI + Surrounding Counties
🕒 Full-Time | 40 hrs/week | Primarily M–F, 1st Shift
🚗 Travel Required (Up to 80% | Some Overnight)
💼 Benefit Eligible

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Long-Term Care Functional Screener to join our IRIS Consulting Team in Milwaukee, WI! 🌟

In this role, you’ll help individuals enrolled in the IRIS Program (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct) determine their eligibility for publicly funded long-term care services. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that empowers people to live independently and meaningfully. 

🧠 What You’ll Do

• 🤝 Build trusting relationships with IRIS participants
• 📝 Administer Long-Term Care Functional Screens (LTC FS) annually or as needed
• 📋 Coordinate and document LTC FS renewals
• 💬 Provide guidance to help participants maintain funding eligibility
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Collaborate with ICA team members and community partners
• 🧭 Participate in staff meetings and multidisciplinary conferences
• 🧑‍⚖️ Prepare reports and may testify in hearings or reviews
• 🧪 Ensure compliance with federal and state documentation standards
• 🧠 Strengthen community connections to support participants

🎁 Perks & Benefits

• 🏥 Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 💳 Flex Spending (Health & Dependent Care)
• 🚙 Mileage Reimbursement
• 🏖️ Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays
• 💰 403B Retirement Contribution
• 🧑‍⚕️ Employee Assistance Program
• 🎓 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• 🏅 Service Awards & Recognition

📚 Qualifications

• 🎓 Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, nursing, special education, or related field
• 🧑‍🦽 Minimum 1 year of experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities
• ✅ Valid LTC FS Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• 💪 Strong commitment to participant autonomy and meaningful living
• 💻 Comfortable with smartphones, tablets, and computer systems
• 🧠 Knowledge of human behavior, social dynamics, and community resources
• 📅 Strong organizational and planning skills
• 🌍 Ability to work independently and collaboratively

🚘 Requirements

• Valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
• Satisfactory driving record (MVR check required)
• Must pass Caregiver Background Check
• Willingness to travel frequently (day trips + occasional overnight)

✨ Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and help individuals lead empowered, self-directed lives through the IRIS Program!

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).