What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Social Worker position at Phoebe Ministries?
Per Diem Social Worker
Allentown, PA
Phoebe Ministries is hiring a Per Diem Social Worker to join our long-term facility Allentown, PA.
We show our employees our appreciation for their contribution towards carrying out our mission of enriching the lives of seniors. Phoebe Allentown has a beautiful, updated campus and high standards of excellence for all our employees.
Phoebe offers great PERKS and BENEFITS:
- Generous Paid Annual Leave Time PLUS the ability to sell back unused time twice a year!!!
- Full Benefit Package, including Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards & Recognition Gift Cards
Responsibilities for a Social Worker with Phoebe Allentown:
- Assists residents on assigned units by providing information and referral services according to residents' needs; maintains contact with area social service agencies in order to obtain information and services for residents; serves as a liaison between the facility and residents' families and/or concerned parties.
- Performs social service assessments on residents in assigned units.
- Sets goals for residents and documents progress as well as contact made with residents and their representatives in accordance with state regulations; prepares a discharge plan for each resident as appropriate.
- Performs proper charting and documentation duties to ensure compliance with relevant state and federal regulations.
- Preforms tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the position, but may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances.
Requirements for a Social Worker with Phoebe Allentown:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or MSW degree.
- Working knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Health long-term care regulations.
- Minimum of 1 year of social work and /or related experience in assisting geriatric clients. Home & Community based service experience and dementia training preferred.
- Successful candidates are those who thrive in a positive and respectful Customer Driven Culture and exemplify the organization's Faith in Action Mission, Vision, and Values.
Phoebe Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
