Assisted Living Social Worker
About The Position
Bristol Glen, a United Methodist Communities community in Newton, New Jersey, is hiring a full-time Social Worker to support residents and families in its assisted living setting. The Social Services team promotes resident well-being and meaningful engagement, and helps residents and families access resources and navigate life transitions. The position offers a weekday schedule of either 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with annual pay of $65,133–$73,274 based on experience. The Social Worker builds relationships with community agencies, advocates for resident rights and quality of life, maintains social services records, helps address resident-safety concerns, educates team members, and coordinates communication about care planning and updates. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a human service field, a New Jersey Certified Social Worker license, at least one year of healthcare or long-term care experience, clinical software proficiency, and an understanding of MDS, care planning, and admission and discharge processes. ACSW certification, five or more years of relevant experience, and proficiency in multiple clinical software systems are preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) or a human service field.
- Certified Social Worker (CSW) license with the State of New Jersey.
- At least 1 year of healthcare or long-term care experience.
- Proficiency in a clinical software system.
- Understanding of the MDS, care plan, and admission and discharge processes.
Nice To Haves
- Academy of Certified Social Worker (ACSW) certification.
- 5 or more years of experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
- Proficiency in multiple clinical software systems.
Responsibilities
- Build relationships with community agencies and resources to support resident and family needs during care transitions.
- Advocate for residents’ rights, well-being, and quality of life, and support residents and families.
- Maintain social services documentation, including assessments, care plans, discharge records, and resident files.
- Help identify, address, and report concerns related to resident safety, abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
- Educate team members about resident rights, dignity, independence, and person-centered care practices.
- Coordinate communication with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team regarding care planning, conferences, and key updates.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Group life and voluntary life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off and 9 paid holidays.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and online learning.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee discounts.
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Job Type
Full-time
