What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services and Discharge Planning Assistant position at Vierra Management?
Position: Social Worker & Discharge Planning Assistant
St. Elizabeth, a Vierra Communities property, offers a collaborative and diverse work environment with a focus on professional excellence. As we continue to grow, so does our need for dedicated and experienced team members who are engaged, professional and take pride in a job well done. Our Team strives every day to provide excellent and compassionate care to our residents. If you have a strong work ethic and want to work for an organization that values you and your contributions, St. Elizabeth is the place for you.
Overview:
St. Elizabeth Rehab and Nursing is family-owned and operated that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents. We are under new management and want dedicated, professional team members to add to our culture of excellence!
We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent customer service.
Full-Time Benefits:
- 7 Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or another human services field to include, but not limited to, sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, or psychology
- One year of supervise social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals
- Licensed
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The Social Services and Discharge Planning Assistant will assist in overseeing the development, implementation, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of the Social Services Department designed to meet and assist residents in attaining or maintaining their highest practicable well-being. This includes identifying the need for medically related social services and ensuring that these services are provided in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
They facilitate residents safe transition back into the community based on the resident/representatives wishes, safety, and clinical recommendations. Assist with transitions back to the residents prior level of living (i.e. home, assisted living) or help identify and arrange a new discharge location based on the residents assets and needs and may assist in lateral transition to another SNF or transition to a long-term care nursing home when appropriate. They will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to identify clinical discharge planning needs and arrangement of community-based services and follow-up care within the community.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position; lift, push, pull, carry heavy objects. Stand for long periods of time, walk, bend and stretch.
Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Vierra Communities complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
