Social Worker

Arbol Residences of Santa Rosa • Mystic, CT

15h • $36 - $38

About The Position

The Health Center Social Worker serves as the licensed social worker for our
Health Center and plays a critical role in coordinating all resident discharges.
This position partners closely with residents, families, clinical teams, and
external agencies to ensure smooth transitions, emotional support, and access to
vital resources.

You’ll be a trusted advocate, a collaborative teammate, and a calm presence
during some of life’s most challenging moments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field.
• Current Social Worker license in the state of CT.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in senior services or a related field.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional presence and the ability to navigate emotionally complex situations with grace.

Responsibilities

• Assess resident psychosocial, emotional, and medically related social needs.
• Provide direct social services or connect residents with appropriate community resources.
• Assist residents with financial assistance applications and outside agency referrals.
• Maintain accurate, confidential social service documentation and progress notes.
• Educate residents and families on resident rights.
• Complete initial social service assessments for all admissions.
• Maintain MDS social service sections and conduct quarterly assessments for LTC residents.
• Participate in and coordinate interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Serve as the facility’s Discharge Planning Coordinator.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges with internal teams and external partners.
• Communicate discharge and transfer reports.
• Track Health Center days for independent living residents.
• Partner with the Admissions Coordinator to provide tours and admission information.
• Serve as backup for admissions processes, including interviews, documentation, and financial data collection.
• Collaborate with Finance, Marketing, and other interdisciplinary teams.
• Attend weekly Levels of Care meetings.
• If applicable, assist with clinical liaison marketing efforts and discharge follow-ups.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available
• Daily Pay (Optional)
• Annual Raises (Based on Performance Review)
• Annual Bonus
• College Scholarships for Staff and Dependents
• Generous PTO and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays Off
• x1.5 pay for Holidays worked
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer Paid Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Long-term & Short Term disability insurance
• HSA/FSA Account Options
• Employee Assistance; Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level