Social Worker

Riddle Village, a life care retirement community, is seeking a Full-Time Social Worker to provide supportive services to our residents and their families.

About Riddle Village and Our Employees:

Riddle Village is a continuing care retirement community with a long-standing tradition of supporting not only residents but employees as well. We are looking for hardworking, fun-loving, caring individuals to join our team. Riddle Village's culture has a simple philosophy, "Smile and say hello; everything else will follow." Everywhere you turn in the community, you are greeted with a warm smile and a welcoming hello. With over 300 dedicated associates, there is always someone offering a helping hand, a caring ear to listen to, or just a friendly smile to let you know that we are all part of the team, and together, we will continue to make Riddle Village the best community possible. If you are enthusiastic about working with the elderly and want to be part of an incredible team and pleasant work environment, then Riddle Village may be the place for you!

Benefits:

• Employer-subsidized health benefits starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Employer matching program for 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for all levels of continuing education
• Tuition Scholarships for all levels of continuing education
• New Employee Referral Program
• Discounted meals for employees
• Access to Fitness Center

About the Social Worker Position:

The social workers hired for this open position should be customer-service-oriented and fit well into this culture. In return, he or she will receive a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

The full-time Social Worker will work 40 hours a week as an employee of the Social Service Department at Riddle Village. The social worker will be primarily responsible for meeting the psychosocial needs of residents in the skilled nursing facility. And for performing assigned social service functions efficiently and timely while reporting directly to the Nursing Home Administrator.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Assist in the initial resident admission process, including assisting in transportation arrangements from the hospital, notifying staff of admission, contacting family members prior to the resident admission, and completion of admission orientation with resident and family members.
• Completing the initial Social History, Geriatric Depression Scale, Mini-Mental examination, and MDS assessment within 14 days of admission.
• Completing required documentation/progress notes in conjunction with annual, quarterly, and significant change MDS assessments.
• Participate in weekly Care Conference. Complete individualized care plans in accordance with the resident's behavioral, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Assist residents and their families with the transition process through levels of care (Independent Living-Personal Care Unit).
• Participate in weekly Medicare Utilization Review Meeting. Educate residents and family members concerning Medicare coverage.
• Coordinate the discharge plan of care with residents and their family members. Arrange for home care services and medical equipment needs before discharge.
• Provide active listening therapy with residents and families who express the need to speak with a supportive individual.
• Facilitate referrals to the psychologist and/or psychiatrist as needed.
• Attend Resident Council meetings as a liaison to listen to resident concerns, clarify issues, and/or facilitate change.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate resident and family support groups to provide ongoing education and support.
• Assist in coordinating admissions from outside resources and the overall management of occupancy within the skilled nursing facility.

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidate will be kind, compassionate, and enthusiastic to work in a team environment to support the elderly. In addition, this person should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree Preferred) in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services
• Strong organization and customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Knowledgeable of Medicare guidelines and familiarity with MDS documentation
• Ability to develop rapport with residents, their families, and staff
• Background and experience commensurate with long-term care services and/or geriatrics.
• Demonstrated interest, skills, and abilities in working with and understanding the needs of aging adults.
• Ability to interact competently with residents, families, staff, and outside agencies.
• Advocate for the rights of residents and ensure confidentiality.

Salary : $27 - $29