MDS Social Worker

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living•San Francisco, CA

6d•$30 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As an MDS Social Worker, you will provide assessment services, ensure compliance with documentation requirements, and function as a member of the interdisciplinary team. You will support patient care through completion of MDS assessments and collaboration with clinical teams, while also serving as a backup to Transitional Care Coordinators within the Jewish Home & Rehab Center short-term rehabilitation units. The San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is the leading senior services organization in Northern California, offering a continuum of care including assisted living, memory care, long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and an acute geriatric psychiatric unit. Founded in 1871, SFCJL supports over 2,500 older adults annually through innovative programs rooted in Jewish values of compassion, community, and excellence. They pride themselves on an inclusive culture with a diverse team of 950 members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with patients, families, and team members.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English.
Detail-oriented with the ability to make independent decisions and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

Complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines.
Support Transitional Care Coordinators in discharge planning, acting as a liaison between patients, families, internal departments, and community referral partners.
Assist patients and families in accessing concrete services and resources.
Respond to crisis situations involving patients, families, and staff.
Provide referrals for individual counseling services as part of the assessment process.
Participate in the development of patient care plans, including establishing goals and treatment interventions for social services.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with federal and state regulations and organizational policies.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Perform other duties as assigned.