What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at The Moorings of Arlington Heights LLC?
The Moorings of Arlington Heights is seeking a dedicated Full-Time LSW/LCSW Social Worker for the Assisted Living Department. Join the team at The Moorings of Arlington Heights, a Presbyterian Living community, an independent, non-profit senior living care organization offering full continuum of care from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing and memory care at four luxury retirement communities.
Starting at $62,000.00 to $93,000.00 Annual Salary (Depending on years of experience)
The Moorings of Arlington Heights - Social Worker - Full Time - (8am-4pm) - Assisted Living Department.
Why Choose us?!
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
- Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
- Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
- Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
- Life Insurance: Multiple coverage options to protect loved ones
- Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
- Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
- Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support
Wellness:
- Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health
- Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities
- Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community
- Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing
- Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development
Job Overview:
As a key member of The Moorings of Arlington Heights team, you will develop and implement plans to connect intermediate and skilled care residents and their families with our resources and services. Your role will support and enhance their activities within our community.
You will also assess and coordinate the needs of older adults, leveraging the services provided by Presbyterian Living to maximize their engagement and activities both within our community and beyond.
Reports To: Director of Social Services
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide counseling and support to residents, families, and friends of residents in individual settings.
- Function as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team; collaborate and provide clinical consultation as needed.
- Assist residents in obtaining services that enhance their ability to function at the highest possible level of independence.
- Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information.
- Foster effective communication and teamwork among residents, families, and staff.
- Develop and present educational and psychologically supportive programs and for residents.
- Provide appropriate psychosocial assessments and documentation in resident records in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
- Maintain communication with families of residents to inform them of any special requirements that a resident may need.
- Inform individuals of their rights and responsibilities as residents of Presbyterian Living and serve as resident advocate.
- Participate in interdisciplinary committees focusing on the resident’s health care needs.
- Develop and maintain community resource information lists.
- Promote the Presbyterian Living vision, mission, and values.
- Participate in professional seminars and workshops to maintain LCSW licensure.
Note: Please note that the responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support the goals and objectives of the organization.
Education: Master’s degree in social work and LSQ/LCW license by the state of Illinois.
Experience: A minimum of two years post graduate social work. Geriatric experience desired.
Qualifications:
- Possess a Social Work License in accordance with the1989 Social Work Practice Act of Illinois, Revised status.
- Counseling skills, communication skills. Capable of independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity. Ability to become an active participant in the inter disciplinary health care team.
- Have a proactive personality with an emphasis on teamwork and flexibility.
- Must be able to work in an unstructured environment, handle several tasks simultaneously, problem solve and respond quickly and effectively.
- Possess experience facilitating groups.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Desire and ability to work with older adults. Computer literacy.
- Contacts Staff of all departments and levels, residents, families, community professionals, ministers, physicians, volunteers.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Licensed Social Worker
Behaviors
Preferred- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Salary : $62,000 - $93,000
