Social Worker

At our 156-bed Skilled Nursing Facility , we focus on the individual needs of each of our patients and partner with physicians, patients, and their families to achieve successful patient outcomes . We pride ourselves on being team oriented, and we offer on-the-spot interviews for all new applicants! WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER: ? 401k! ? Comfortable staffing ratios ? Opportunities for Overtime ? Paid Time Off ? Daily Pay- Work Today, Get Paid Today! ? Health Insurance ? Dental Insurance ? Vision Insurance ? Flexible Scheduling ? A team environment where we treat each other with respect, dignity, and compassion Job Summary: The Social Worker is responsible for assessing, counseling, interviewing, and educating the clients as well as their family members, as well as assisting in planning, organizing and implementing the established facility policies and procedures, to ensure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the patient/resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Major Duties and Critical Tasks: 1. Assess nature of patients situations by interviewing and reviewing personal history 2. Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help patients/residents deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies 3. Develop and execute individual treatment plans, should know how to apply Medicaid and Medicare application for the patient 4. Can help the patient with their Food Stamps, Housing application and phone assistance 5. Interview service users and assess their current condition, needs, strengths and weaknesses 6. Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals 7. Monitor and evaluate patients? progress and modify treatment plans accordingly 8. Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions 9. Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and programs 10. Maintain accurate patient documentation 11. Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams o Supports the Facility. o Is knowledgeable of patient/resident rights and promotes an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment. o Supports and participates in common teamwork: o Agrees to comply with the Code of Conduct.:: Social Worker Required Education and Experience: o bachelor's degree in social work or related field. o Must have a reliable source of transportation. Apply Job!