Must have previous experience in Discharge Planning
Experience working in a Health Care setting, LTC or SNF experience preferred
Must value a resident-centered approach
Position Summary
The Social Worker plans, organizes, develops, and implements Social Services programs ensure all medically-related emotional and social needs of patients are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards
Reports to Social Services Director
Education, Experience, and Licensure / Certifications
Currently registered / licensed in applicable State (if required by State law). Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. (Not applicable in Hawaii)
Bachelor's degree in a human services field (which may include gerontology) if working in a facility with 120 or more beds (see State law)
Two (2) years' experience in health-care social work preferred
Specific Requirements
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of social services practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing social services functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the social services department
Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Plan, organize, develop, and implement social services program that meets the medically-related social and emotional needs of patients as well as State, Federal, corporate, and division guidelines
Act as a patient advocate and provide education to staff regarding patient rights
Chart appropriately and timely
Assist patients and families through education, financial planning assistance, liaison with community agencies, etc
Follow-up to evaluate compliance with social services programs and patient plans
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively within an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push / pull 20 lbs
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