What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Forest Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Job Summary:
The Social Worker is
responsible for assessing, counseling, interviewing, and educating the clients
as well as their family members, as well as
assisting in planning, organizing and implementing the established facility
policies and procedures, to ensure that the medically related emotional and
social needs of the patient/resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Major Duties
and Critical Tasks:
1.
Assess nature of patients
situations by interviewing and reviewing personal history
2.
Plan, coordinate, manage
and implement support packages to help patients/residents deal with
difficulties and overcome dependencies
3.
Develop and execute
individual treatment plans, should know how to apply Medicaid and Medicare
application for the patient
4.
Can help the patient with
their Food Stamps, Housing application and phone assistance
5.
Interview service users and
assess their current condition, needs, strengths and weaknesses
6.
Address each case as a unit
and set tailored measurable goals
7.
Monitor and evaluate patients’
progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
8.
Offer information and
counseling on the best course of action during sessions
9.
Facilitate referrals to
other healthcare professionals and programs
10. Maintain accurate patient documentation
11. Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams
o
Supports the Facility.
o
Is knowledgeable of patient/resident
rights and promotes an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and
well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
o Supports and participates in common teamwork:
o Agrees to comply with the Code of Conduct.
Social Worker Required Education and Experience:
o bachelor's degree in social work or related field.
o Must have a reliable source of transportation.
