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Job Title: Licensed Social Worker – Skilled Nursing Facility

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. The Social Worker will support residents and families by providing psychosocial assessments, counseling, discharge planning, and advocacy, ensuring a high standard of care and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for new admissions and annual reviews.
Develop and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Provide counseling and support to residents and families during admission, care transitions, and end-of-life situations.
Facilitate discharge planning by coordinating community services, durable medical equipment, and home care resources.
Advocate for resident rights and assist in resolving grievances and concerns.
Document all assessments, interventions, and care planning activities accurately and in a timely manner.
Participate in care plan meetings, quality assurance initiatives, and regulatory surveys.
Collaborate with external agencies, including Adult Protective Services, behavioral health services, hospice providers, and other community resources.
Organize and lead family meetings and resident support groups as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) required; Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
Current social work licensure in the state of New York.
Minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred; experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting highly desirable.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations.
Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Commitment to culturally competent care and advocacy for diverse populations.

Benefits: