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Independent Living Social Service AdvocateGarden Spot Communities • New Holland, PA, USA
Independent Living Social Service Advocate

Independent Living Social Service Advocate

Garden Spot Communities • New Holland, PA, USA
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job description

Independent Living Social Service Advocate

Full Time | Days

  • Pay Rates Starting at $28 / hr

Garden Spot Village, located in New Holland, PA, is a Retirement Community offering innovative options for residential living, and also wellness and healthcare services.

Job Title : Independent Living Social Service Advocate

Status : Full Time Days

Schedule : 8 am - 4 pm

Salary Range : Starting at $28 per hour

What does Garden Spot Communities offer employees?

  • Here are just an example of some of the benefits we offer :
  • Pet Insurance

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
  • First time homeowners program
  • Campus perks such as access to the new fitness center, salons, meal discounts and more!
  • What will I do in this role with Garden Spot?

    As an Independent Living Social Service Advocate, supporting the Garden Spot Communities' mission will include the following responsibilities :

  • Complies with established policies and procedures and maintains established standards and practices including the Compliance Program / Code of Conduct.
  • Treats all information about residents, their condition and family as confidential information.
  • Serves in a problem-solving capacity, as an advocate for residents. Provides accurate assessments and intervene with effective treatment plans that empowers residents' coping skills.
  • Maintains a written record of the frequency and nature of any qualified social work consultations and services provided or obtained.
  • Assists the Marketing Department with pre-entrance level of care / independence assessments as needed.
  • Orients new residents to Garden Spot Village services and assists in their adjustment to the routines and schedules. Assists Life Enrichment with Village Life Orientation.
  • Maintains a positive working relationship with the Social Service Departments of local hospitals, physician's groups and other retirement communities.
  • What do I need for this role with Garden Spot?

  • College graduate with a minimum of a BA from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Experience with geriatrics is preferred.
  • Fundamental knowledge of social service programs available to the elderly is a benefit to have and / or willingness to be trained in specific programs utilized in the department.
  • Ability and desire to work with the elderly; ability to build relationships.
  • How is Garden Spot unique?

  • Garden Spot Communities is a nonprofit organization with locations in New Holland, Akron, and Zieglerville, PA, offering healing and retirement living at its best!
  • We live out our mission daily : Inspired by the life of Jesus, we cultivate vibrant community for purposeful living.
  • We prioritize our values : Community, Excellence, Service, Stewardship, Innovation, and Integrity.
  • We facilitate abundant opportunities for residents to live with purpose in community.
  • We are committed to person-centered care : residents' needs and desires are taken into account first
  • We follow a guiding principle : Be Kind. Do Good. Show Love.
  • We encourage and equip our team to work hard, have fun, and make a difference!
  • Before completing an application, please review The Garden Spot Experience HERE to learn more about who we are, what we do and how we do it!

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