What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Advocate position at Good Samaritan Society?
Key Responsibilities
- Provide crisis intervention and support to families in understanding medical situations
- Coordinate healthcare programs among patients, clients, residents, families/caregivers, and psychosocial and healthcare teams/communities
- Respond to suspected abuse, neglect, or violence in accordance with the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics policies and procedures
- Develop plans of care for patients, clients, residents, and families/caregivers by obtaining resources from social, health, and human services agencies
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited curriculum
- Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW) certification
- Licensure or certification as a social worker in the state where the location is located, if required by State Social Work licensing board
Benefits
The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. This includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package.