What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker, York/Franklin County position at SpiriTrust Lutheran?
SpiriTrust Lutheran® serves five counties in southcentral Pennsylvania by providing residential living, assisted living, personal care, memory support and nursing and rehabilitation services in six life plan communities along with home care, in-home support, hospice services and palliative care. Our communities rank amongst the best, earning the award for “Best Senior Living” by U.S. News & World Report.
Our commitment to creating a positive and fulfilling work environment is grounded in our mission, values, and culture of considerate behavior core tenets. We are excited to invite you to apply and discover the many opportunities available to join the SpiriTrust Lutheran team. Come be a part of our team and ‘catch the spirit’ as you experience the rewards of working with our team!
SpiriTrust Lutheran is now hiring a Full Time Day shift Social Worker with our Home Care & Hospice division in York and Franklin Counties.
Education/Training: Bachelor’s Degree in social work or social welfare or current social work license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals normally required.
General Responsibilities:
- Assesses residents' social and emotional needs; informs new residents or residents' families of their skilled care center rights and provides information concerning Advance Directives
- Functions as an advocate on behalf of the resident and the family as appropriate.
- Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team; assures that resident care plans fulfill the social and emotional needs of residents and families.
- Assists residents 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.
- Develops a discharge plan for all residents according to established procedures.
- Responsible for bereavement services and providing families who are experiencing loss with emotional and practical support.
SpiriTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
