• Assists with the responsibilities and functions delineated in the discharge plan.
• Ensures that the administrative and clerical functions related to the admission and/or discharge of

residents is carried out to completion by coordinating efforts with the Healthcare Team Members.

• Maintains appropriate contact with hospitals, doctors and outside agencies to facilitate admissions.
• Coordinates all forms needed for admissions.
• Maintains state required resident roster.
• Coordinates financial updates for private pay residents.
• Completes appropriate section of the MDS.
• Participate and attend all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which

indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.

• Communication – Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary

parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.

• Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company

and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to
bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.

• Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease

and professionalism.

• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting;

keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things

• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when

needed. Exhibits patience and compassion.

• Professionalism – Ensures service is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility

for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image. Understands that no
information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.
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• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically with

o People First, Always
o We Exist to Serve our Members
o We Have a Responsibility to be Full
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job.

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and

climbing.

• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds

independently.

• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing
education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, or closely related human services field required
• 1-2 years related experience in a Healthcare setting.
• Two years’ experience in a similar social work position required.
• Two years of long-term care or rehabilitation experience desired.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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