What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Arnold Walter Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Job Title : Social Worker
Location : Arnold Walter Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Shift : Full-Time | 8 : 00 AM – 4 : 00 PM
About Us :
Arnold Walter Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. We are seeking a dedicated Social Service Worker to join our team and support residents’ social and emotional well-being. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities :
- Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating social service programs for residents.
- Maintain knowledge of federal and state regulations, recommending policy changes as needed.
- Participate in discharge planning, resident assessments, and social care plan development.
- Interview residents and families to gather social histories and develop individualized care plans.
- Coordinate transportation and connect residents with community resources as necessary.
- Educate residents and families on Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance options.
- Collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to address residents’ needs.
- Maintain detailed and informative progress notes.
- Support quality assurance initiatives and assist during government surveys and inspections.
- Participate in committee meetings, including Infection Control, Policy Advisory, and Quality Assessment.
- Ensure residents' end-of-life care decisions (MOLST / POLST) are properly documented and implemented.
Qualifications :
Benefits :
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents!
Social Worker OR "Social Service Worker" OR "Case Manager" OR "Discharge Planner" OR "Healthcare Social Worker" OR "Nursing Home Social Worker" OR "Long-Term Care Social Worker" OR "Geriatric Social Worker" OR "Social Services Coordinator" OR "Social Work Assistant" OR "Mental Health Social Worker" OR "Licensed Social Worker" OR "LMSW" OR "LCSW" OR "MSW" OR "BSW" OR "Senior Care Social Worker" OR "Rehabilitation Social Worker" OR "Medical Social Worker" OR "Patient Advocate"
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