About the role
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for coordinating and directing Social Services in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, established procedural guidelines and as directed by the Administrator.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Applies standards of professional Social Service work practice.
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Demonstrates knowledge and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
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Demonstrates competency in the protection and promotion of and advocacy for residents’ rights.
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Responds to resident behavioral and psychiatric issues by completing behavioral and psychosocial assessments, providing treatment recommendations and making referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health providers.
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Coordinates discharge plans with residents and families.
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Assists patients and families with advance directives in accordance with Federal regulations.
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Resolves and tracks grievances.
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Completes psychosocial assessments of residents.
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Coordinates family council meetings.
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Coordinates ancillary appointments as necessary.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
For buildings with more than 120 beds: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Social work, or Human Services field such as Sociology, Gerontology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or Psychology.
For buildings with 120 beds or less: Bachelor’s degree required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Minimum of one year of supervised social work experience in healthcare or long term care setting working directly with patients. Previous supervisory experience.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
MSW Preferred.
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