Elder Care Coordinator

ELDER CARE COORDINATOR

JOB SUMMARY:

The Elder Care Coordinator serves as a vital bridge between the legal, healthcare, and personal care needs of our clients. You will support aging clients and their families in navigating long-term care decisions, ensuring quality of life while maintaining dignity and autonomy.

POSITION PURPOSE:

To work alongside the Elder Law Attorney and Paralegal Case Manager to develop a comprehensive Life Care Plan that helps to meet the client’s legal, financial, and care needs. Also to serve as the primary point of contact within the law firm for care issues and help to help the firm develop our business relationships within the elder care community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Attend initial office conference with the Attorney, client, and client’s family.
• Conduct onsite comprehensive assessments addressing physical, mental, and environmental factors.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized Life Care Plans.
• Coordinate care services and referrals with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in discharge planning from hospitals, Gero psych units, and transitional care units.
• Work with families to attain appropriate placement at long-term care facilities.
• Attend Care Conferences as needed.
• Assist clients and families in locating assisted living communities and memory care units.
• Provide emotional support and education to clients and their families.
• Serve as a point of contact and advocate during care transitions or crises.
• Maintain detailed documentation of visits, assessments, and care updates.
• Build strong working relationships with local long-term care providers and community resources.
• Represent the firm professionally through outreach, networking, and occasional speaking engagements.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be accountable
• Take initiative
• Be able to effectively and efficiently handle large volumes of work
• Be a good communicator
• Understand, embrace and utilize current industry technology
• Believe in teamwork while also able to work independently

This position may be for you if you have the following:

• Licensed LSW, with ability to maintain licensure in good standing.
• 5 years of experience in geriatric case management, care coordination, or elder-focused social work.
• Experience in client discharge and placement.
• Strong knowledge of senior housing, long-term care systems, and aging-related resources.
• Knowledge and experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and Waiver programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a fully insured vehicle for frequent local travel.

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven law firm that helps families protect what matters most.
• Join a collaborative, supportive team where your work has a direct impact.
• Enjoy growth opportunities in the legal field with access to on-the-job training.
• Do detailed, meaningful work that blends legal, financial, and client service skills.

Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Travel requirement: Travel within the service area is required.

Work Location: In person

We are interested in learning more about you. To be considered for this role, please upload your resume below.