Area Agency on Aging 3 is announcing the following job opportunities.   All resumes are kept on file for six months. Those interested should submit a resume to attention Michele Gibson HR at mgibson@psa3.org or fill out the application below.

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Mental Health Therapist -  FT and PT Available

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a Master of Social Work Degree from an accredited program.

• Licensure required: Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in the state of Ohio.

• Must maintain necessary documents/credentialing to meet requirements for the practice of mental/behavioral health therapy in Ohio.

• One-year experience providing mental/behavioral health services to older adults in Long Term Care or Home and Community Based settings preferred.

• Genuine interest in the Mission of Area Agency on Aging 3.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work cooperatively with external and internal referral sources and with coworkers.

• Experience with EHR documentation preferred.

• Adheres to consumer privacy and HIPAA regulations.

• Must have a valid driver's license, access to an automobile and automobile insurance meeting the minimum requirements of state law.

• Final candidate must agree to a BCII Criminal Records Check, which includes fingerprinting and pre-employment Drug Screen at the expense of Area Agency on Aging 3.

• It is the sole responsibility of the employee to keep up licensure, if any, (i.e.: RN, LSW, RD), including continued licensure renewals throughout employment with Area Agency.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Bilingual (Spanish/English) fluency.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Required to stand and sit; ascend and descend ramps and/or stairs; communicate, both in person and by telephone/cell phone/headset.  Sitting for extended periods is common.  Extensive use of office equipment and computers requiring repetitive motion and substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hand, and/or fingers.  Ability to lift 20 pounds to carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.  Required to operate a motor vehicle.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts a face-to-face comprehensive assessment with the consumer/family system as a basis for determining the consumer's level of care/level of need, eligibility for available community resources and long-term care options.

• Provide direct mental/behavioral health services in a respectful, compassionate, and empathic manner utilizing a person-centered and trauma-informed approach.

• Excellent clinical skills, including the ability to collaboratively develop treatment plans with individuals served.

• Provide mental/behavioral health services in a culturally responsive manner to individuals from various backgrounds and cultures.

• Accurately assess, diagnose, and determine appropriate level of care for individuals’ mental health needs.

• Ability to work independently while utilizing evidence-based and strength-based therapeutic interventions.

• Maintain timely documentation for mental/behavioral health services according to Area Agency on Aging 3 policies, contracts, and or grants.

• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and or standards.

• Work/job performance location and scheduled hours will be determined by Clinical Director of Mental and Behavioral Health Outreach Services/Vice President of Community Living Services/Chief Operations Officer/Chief Executive Officer.

• This position is directly responsible to the Clinical Director of Mental and Behavioral Health Outreach Services/Vice President of Community Living Services/Chief Operations Office/Chief Executive Officer.

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Those interested can send an email with resume and letter of interest to mgibson@psa3.org, apply on company website www.AAA3.org within Career Opportunities.

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Volunteer Positions: Board of Trustees & Advisory Council

The Area Agency on Aging 3 is always on the lookout for members of our governing bodies.

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Our advisory council members meet the third Wednesday, every other month at 10:00am in our agency office. They serve to represent lifestyles and cultures of each county we serve and assist us in meeting the needs of this area’s seniors.

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The Board of Directors consists of 11 members, 1 from each of our 7 counties and 4 who are considered at-large. Appointments are for 3-year terms. The board directs the business of the agency and represents the employees and individuals we serve.

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If you are interested in applying for one of our volunteer positions, please click here to download the application. Return the application to the Area Agency on Aging 3, c/o Stephanie Lane, 2423 Allentown Road, Lima, OH 45805 or email to slane@psa3.org. For additional information or to check on board vacancies for your county call Stephanie Lane at 419-879-2188.