Licensed Social Worker

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Ramsey, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to represent the Social Services department, other care center staff, and the facility as a whole to the community. This is an on-site role located at 3000 N 4th Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. The schedule is Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. VOANS has been proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years. The company offers mission-driven work that makes a difference, supportive and collaborative leadership, a strong team-oriented culture, opportunities for career growth and advancement, and an inclusive and purpose-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related degree in social sciences.
One year of Social Work experience, preferably in a long-term healthcare setting.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze, problem-solve, and collaborate effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience in [industry-specific requirement] preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates resident admissions, including taking pre-admission calls, managing waiting lists, offering tours, conducting pre-admission screenings (phone, hospital, or at resident's home), meeting new residents, identifying and providing for residents' needs, completing admission documents, and advising residents and families of advance directive policies.
Coordinates and leads transfer and discharge teams, preparing cases for review, serving as a floor transfer/discharge planner, arranging cases for facility staff review, documenting discharge plans, arranging meetings, and maintaining a list of agencies that can assist residents and families with discharge plans.
Completes resident assessments for Care Planning, MDS, RAPS, PPS, and other required documents.
Develops Care Plans and attends Interdisciplinary Care Conferences, serving as a resident advocate, coordinating invitations for residents and families, referring to VOANS manuals, implementing case management and counseling, and maintaining confidential records.
Initiates reporting and documentation in the medical record, maintaining accurate social service documentation, completing and updating assessments per VOANS policy and regulations, preparing written summaries, and notifying the admissions coordinator of payer changes.
Operates the department in accordance with all State, Federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Develops and promotes the department through marketing efforts, maintaining a Community Resource File, visiting referral agencies and hospitals, providing community resource information to residents and families, and planning/presenting sessions on aging and long-term care facility life.
Serves on committees as required by the Director of Social Services.
Attends/coordinates family council/educational meetings, serving as a liaison to the Executive Director and Management Team, and posting minutes with permission.
Serves as rights advocate liaison, coordinating posting of required materials for resident and family advocacy, and updating materials as necessary.
Assists with investigations of potential abuse/neglect as directed and needed.
Advises the Director of Social Services of major problems or concerns of residents or their family members and recommends solutions.
Ensures that residents have necessary and adequate clothing, health aids, etc.
Develops statistics on department operation and maintains admission/discharge/referral/inquiry statistics.
Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.
Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Social Services or the Executive Director.