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Family Caregiver Support Program Advocate
Employer
South Carolina Appalachian Council of GovernmentsStart Date
April 11, 2022Location
Greenville, South CarolinaPosition Description
The Family Caregiver Support Program Advocate will advocate for caregivers in the six-county South Carolina Appalachian Region by providing information and assistance about community resources and authorizing appropriate services as defined under Title III of the Older American Act and State Revenue. The Family Caregiver Support Program Advocate is under the direct supervision of the Aging Services Director and the general supervision of the Executive Director. Areas of responsibility include advocacy and support for caregivers and administrative functions.
Responsibilities
Advocacy and Support
– Responsible for activities identified under the work plan for the regional family caregiver support program, including the five services identified in Federal legislation:
o Outreach and information through group activities
o Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to services
o Individual Counseling, Organization of Support Groups, Caregiver Training
o Respite Care
o Supplemental Services
– Assess and prioritize caregivers for respite/supplemental services/grandparents raising grandchildren.
– Provide impartial resource information to caregivers in response to calls, walk-ins, or written requests.
– Conduct in-home assessments and interviews throughout the six counties of the upstate, distribute educational materials, and assist caregivers with education regarding care for their loved ones.
– Provide or arrange for public information activities, outreach, information and assistance, counseling, support groups, caregiver education, and training.
– Participate in meetings with Regional Aging Advisory Committee (RAAC).
– Attend meetings with peer Caregiver Advocates in Columbia to share information and provide support.
Administrative
– Enter client information into statewide data collection system(s).
– Maintain an adequate system for record keeping of individuals served, services provided, expenditures, and unmet needs.
– Apply accounting principles to monitor and adhere to an annual budget ensuring revenues and expenditures balance and allocated funds are accounted for.
– Process invoices as services are rendered.
– Submit quarterly and annual progress reports.
– Support the Aging Services team for special projects and other duties as assigned.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Required Experience
Knowledge– Microsoft Office software programs and ability to learn new computer software
– Local and state laws relating to senior legislation
Skills
– Strong oral and written skills required
– Good interviewing, observation, and note taking skills
– Travel throughout the six-county region and work independently
Abilities
– Manage complex analytical tasks
– Ability to be flexible and respond quickly and effectively to changing work assignments
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience in social work, public health, nursing, accounting, or a related field; OR equivalent combinations of training and experience with demonstrated competence to fulfill duties assigned to this position. Candidates who have Certified Nursing Assistant or related experience are preferred, and Certified Dementia Trainers are preferred. Must become State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) certified and Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS) certified within one year of hire.
