Aging and Disability Resource Center

Lafayette County is looking for an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Specialist to join our Human Services Department located in Darlington, WI. This is a regular full-time/40 hours per week; Monday-Friday position with starting pay of $21.86 per hour and full benefit package eligibility, including state retirement (pension).

**Position Purpose**:The purpose of the ADRC Specialist position is to provide public (particularly adults who are elderly, physically disabled, developmentally disabled, or who have mental health or substance use disorders) with information and referral to a wide range of community resources. This person will help inform and educate people about their options; assist in connecting them to programs, services, and public and private benefits; and provide intake, eligibility determination and enrollment into the Family Care or IRIS Organizations.

**Position Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services related field, with knowledge and experience in areas such as public benefits, entitlements, insurance, consumer issues, long-term care service system, and legal system.
- Have the ability to maintain confidential information.
- Possess computer skills with the ability to learn new programs.
- Assessment and interviewing skills.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and utilize conflict resolution and problem solving techniques.
- Be a self-starter and self-directing person.
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license required.

Pay: From $21.86 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person