What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Worker position at Healthbridge Post-Acute & Rehabilitation?

Healthbridge Post-Acute & Rehabilitation -

HealthBridge Post Acute Rehabilitation is a small business in Wyoming, MI. We are professional, customer-centric, fast-paced environment. HealthBridge is a short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that has been designed to help our patients recover after an illness, injury, or surgery. Our team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as nurses and physicians will work with our patients on an individualized care plan to help them get back to their home. Our goal is to help our patients maximize their independence and mobility and to provide them with the tools they need to help manage their health care. HealthBridge provides 65-private rooms, lounge and dining areas, and a 3,000 square foot rehabilitation gym. Our experienced staff, quality services, make the road to recovery closer than they think. At HealthBridge our patients will be given the highest quality of rehabilitation and nursing care available, in a new and modern facility designed to provide them with comfort and safety.

The Social Services Worker plays a crucial role in supporting individuals and families by providing guidance, resources, and advocacy in navigating various social services. This position requires a compassionate individual with a strong background in social work, crisis intervention, and behavioral health. The Service Advocate will work collaboratively with clients to assess their needs and develop personalized action plans to improve their overall well-being.

Responsibilities

Assess and Evaluate Each Resident’s Psychosocial Needs and Develop Goals for Providing the Necessary Service and Take Part in Admission Process as Needed
Incorporate the Social Service Goals in the Resident’s Plan of Care and Attend Care Planning Conferences
Assist the Residents in Adjusting to the Corporation and Promote a Positive Environment for the Continuity of Relationship with Family and Community
Assist Residents, and Families to Utilize the Community Resources when Not Provided Directly by the Corporation
Maintain Confidential Records and Interviews with Residents and Families as Appropriate.
Provide Supervision for social work student interns
Assist in development, supervision and education of staff
Serve as the team lead in discharge planning
Serve as a member of the marketing committee
Ensure completion of any required components of DPOA or guardianship paperwork.
Coordinates services with psychiatric providers
Coordinate Services with OBRA
Assist the Clinical IDT in resident room management
Assist residents and families in resolving grievances as assigned
Attend Clinical IDT Meetings and serve as an advocate for resident rights
Perform Related Tasks as Required.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in gerontology or related field and at least one-year experience in a social service program for the elderly or related field.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities

Requires knowledge of the skills necessary to conduct and evaluate assessments of the social and economic aspects of resident care and to identify and evaluate changes in mood and behavior, which affect their lives.

Requires a working knowledge of the skills necessary to provide continuity in and coordination of resident care, i.e.; possesses skills to interview residents and their families, and communicate with community resources, when necessary.

Must have knowledge of community agencies and other resources for making referrals for family and resident problems.

Basic business computer knowledge required.

Requires ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and families.

Must be able to plan, implement and work with only minimal direct supervision.

Must be able to write clearly and concisely in preparation of social histories and care plans.

Must be a good listener and be able to display understanding and a helpful attitude toward the problems and concerns of the residents with terminal illnesses and their families and others.

Requires valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to be able to attend court hearings and meetings at off-site locations as scheduled.

Job Type : Full-time

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Ability to Commute :

Wyoming, MI 49519 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Wyoming, MI 49519 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person

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