We are seeking a motivated Social Worker with excellent leadership and communication skills. As a successful candidate, you will perform the essential responsibilities as well as meet the qualifications listed.
Responsibilities:
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Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the social service programs of this facility.
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Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
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Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.
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Interview resident/families to obtain family history.
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Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submitting each to the Director as required.
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Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.
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Assist in arranging transportation to the other facilities when necessary.
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Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident.
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Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.
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Interpret social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members.
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Review department complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator of action (s) taken. Follow facility's established procedures
Experience:
- Skilled Nursing Facility: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Social Work License (Required)
