Job description:

Position: Social Worker

We are looking for an emotionally intelligent Social Worker to act as an advocate and help people foster their capacities and coping mechanisms in order to improve and better their daily lives and experiences, within specified standards and timescales. Will work with staff in developing a means to meet and sustain these needs through interviews, assessments, and the development and execution of a resident-centered care plan.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the referral-to-admission process
• Communicate with insurance companies to obtain prior authorization for admissions; keep a record of insurance updates, and communicate with departments included in an update to ensure it is done timely
• Assist new residents and family members with completion of the Admission Paperwork
• Provide information to residents/families in regards to Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident; assist with completion of Medicaid applications as deemed necessary
• Ensure PASRR is completed to state requirements
• Participate in resident assessment – provide background information and social history, as identified in the MDS process, in accordance with the RAI manual
• Involve the resident and family member in planning objectives and goals for the resident; develop a written plan of care to work towards meeting identified goals
• Attend and lead Behavior Meeting and monitor Gradual Dose Reductions (GDR) and consents for psychotropic medications according to state regulations
• Complete timely progress notes on each resident
• Have an open-door policy to all residents, family members, and staff to listen to their problems or needs; do effective counseling or referrals to meet their needs
• Report concerns/grievances to the Executive Director and initiate an investigation
• Serve as an advocate for the resident and his/her rights, helping the resident learn assertiveness in communicating their needs, wants, and problems to the appropriate departments and agencies
• Participate in Monthly QAPI Committee meetings.
• Attend Stand-Up meeting daily; report to IDT about pay changes, care conferences, concerns, etc.
• Initiate and lead the discharge planning process; coordinate with outside resources such as DME, Home Health, Hospice, etc., to ensure a safe transition to home or to a lower care setting
• Issue denial letters according to state regulations
• Assist in providing in-service education and orientation for employees regarding Resident Rights and the social service needs of residents
• All other duties assigned by the Administrator

Requirements:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field, including but not limited to Social Services, Sociology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Psychology.
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with individuals preferred but not required.
• Able to promote cooperation between social services and other department employees.
• Must be able to be professional over the phone and in person when representing the company.
• Must have excellent communication skills and take pride in his/her performance.
• Ability to write and give clear, concise instructions and remain calm during an emergency situation

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Required)
• Long term care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person