Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Immediate opening is available for a Director of Social Work.
The Social Worker is responsible for directing and overall management of the psychosocial need of the residents. Must be able to provide counselling or seek psychiatry experts for patient’s well being and improvements. Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Delegation of authority
Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to :
- Review policies and procedures to provide social services to residents in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
- Interview, assess and develop individualized plans to meet residents’ needs.
- Assess the facility’s social service program and make recommendations to the administrator.
Requirements
Qualifications :
Candidate with Master in Social Work (MSW). Nursing home experience is a must.At least 2 years experience in Long Term Care settingIn lieu of a Master's degree, bachelors degree in Social Work with 5 years of experience in Long Term Care SettingMust be flexible with scheduleEffective Communicator, ability to resolve complaints and seek resolutions to concernsRequirements :
Duties include but are not limited to :
Completes admission assessmentsInterview of new patientsComplete MDS sections as requiredComplete ASCEND and Level of Care (LOC) for SNF eligibilityComplete careplans as neededResident ongoing support : conduct resident 72-hour meetings, enter notes and care planEnsure mistreatment allegation and grievances are properly investigatedDischarge planning - Ensure that living arrangement changes are ascertained prior to patient dischargeFinancial issues – meet and discuss with patient and responsible partiesFamily Crisis – intervene on behalf of patientsProvide counselling for other significant events that may affect patientsUpon admission submit ASCEND to proper agenciesAssist residents with getting level of care extensionsWork with Business Office Manager to assist long term care residents with benefit approval for long term stay