Dementia Care Navigator presso Empath Health

Responsible for the psychosocial assessment of people living with dementia and their caregivers as a member of the Dementia Education Program team. Responsible for Care Navigation (including initial GUIDE screenings/assessments and ongoing monitoring/support) for patients aligned to the GUIDE program. Assists in the development of the social services component of the plan of care; assisting individuals with dementia and their caregivers/families within both programs as required by performing the following duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work plus minimum of (1) one year experience as a caseworker with an emphasis on counseling, crisis management, community agency referral and grief support, preferred.
• Experience in developing collaborative relationships with referral sources and first responders.
• Ability to function independently and to adjust work hours to meet with program participants and to provide outreach and educational programs to family caregivers, healthcare professionals and first responders.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Competence in public speaking and engaging family members, healthcare professionals and first responders.
• Experience with family caregivers of people with dementia and family dynamics.
• Expertise and knowledge regarding older adults, dementia, dementia care and support, family and informal caregiver needs and challenging behaviors, preferred.
• Skills and experience in facilitating small group learning and discussion programs; including support groups.
• Must have a Valid Florida driver’s license, maintain current auto insurance coverage and have access to a reliable automobile.

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