Licensed Master Social Worker - Nursing Home Surveyor/Complaint Investigator

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing • Syracuse, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Master Social Worker - Nursing Home Surveyor/Complaint Investigator, based in Syracuse, NY, will assist with surveillance and investigation activities related to nursing homes. These activities are mandated to evaluate facility performance and monitor the quality of care and services provided. The role involves participating as a member of an interdisciplinary survey/investigation team to review allegations of abuse and neglect, performing surveillance activities at nursing homes and Transitional Care Units (TCUs), and Adult Day Health Care Programs (ADHCP) to determine compliance with requirements. Responsibilities include preparing written reports of investigative findings and Statements of Deficiencies (SOD) within required timeframes, participating in emergency surveys, and State monitoring during Immediate Jeopardy situations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
• Current New York State Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in a medical facility, preferably a nursing home, required.
• Ability to obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) certification within 12 months of employment, required.
• Ability to travel to an on-site location.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience performing nursing home surveillance activities, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in surveys or complaint investigations, including allegations of abuse and neglect, and perform surveillance activities/tasks at nursing homes (long-term care) to determine compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Produce written documentation and draft a Statement of Deficiencies (SOD) within the required time frame, using Principles of Documentation.
• Assess compliance with the Plan of Correction within the required time frame.
• Complete data entry in federal and state reporting databases as required.
• Participate in state monitoring during immediate jeopardy situations.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Testify in administrative hearings as needed.
• Adhere to DOH work schedules.
• Adhere to DOH and IPRO policies and procedures.
• Travel to onsite locations according to work schedule.

Benefits

• Temp to Perm eligibility
• 5 sick days (40 hours), subject to the provisions of the NYS Paid Sick Leave Act
• Health insurance, subject to plan eligibility requirements
• Premium pay rate for working on holidays and overtime

What This Job Offers

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