What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Coord position at Four Seasons?
Social Services Coordinator
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement the admission process for new residents.
- Develops an initial care plan based on the physical and psychological needs of the resident.
- Continuously updates resident care plans and documentation regarding resident condition.
- Provides direct counseling to residents, family members, and/or resident representatives.
- Works closely with the healthcare team to identify, assess, and address any needs that can be met either through social services, a chaplain, or a mental health provider.
- Assists the resident in adjusting to the community and promotes continuity of relationships with family and community.
- Coordinates relocation planning, including advising and referring to community resources before and during relocation. Coordinates transfers of residents from the residential building to the health center.
- Establishes, advises, and implements policies to ensure the safeguarding of confidential information obtained in the compilation of residents' social histories and assumes privacy of interviews.
- Participates in the quality assurance process as assigned by the director of nursing.
- Knows the RAI process and performs MDS assessments as needed.
- Educates staff regarding the psychosocial and behavioral needs of residents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required qualifications:
A high school diploma or GED equivalent and the successful completion of the 20-hour social service course or other social worker designee program within the state. Note: a person who has not completed a social service course shall receive consultation from a person who meets the qualifications until he/she has satisfactorily completed the approved course.
Additional requirements:
Those interested in applying must speak with Joy Beem. A professional resume will be required to interview for this position.
What We Offer!
- Wages based on experience and certifications
- Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees
- Short-term and long-term disability for full-time employees
- Employer-pad basic life insurance for full-time employees
- Flex spending plan (FSA) for medical and dependent care expense for full-time employees
- 24/7 Employer Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Paid time off (PTO) earned from day one of employment
- Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and student loan programs
- 401k with company match
- Christmas bonus
- On-site nurse practitioner for employees and family members
