Social Services Coordinator Social Worker

Holy Angels Residential Facility•Shreveport, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Coordinator of Social Services is a licensed Social Worker and will be in keeping with the general philosophy of all services provided at Holy Angels Residential Facility. Job responsibilities should be carried out in accordance with the recommended procedures to be followed as dictated by State and Federal Licensing and Long-Term Care and ICF-DD regulations. The coordinator serves as a facilitator in providing the necessary services to the residents of Holy Angels on a daily basis.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Social Work
Must maintain a current and valid driver’s license
Master’s degree in social work Required
Current Social Work License
Must be able to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
Drug Screen
Criminal Background Check
Driver’s License Check

Responsibilities

Assists in the admissions process of each resident. Field/screens in-coming inquiries regarding placement, provides information and tours to potential residents, reviews all applications for admissions, and acts as liaison throughout the admissions process.
Coordinates with records clerk to set up a Master File on all residents, and updates files when information changes.
Maintains annual staffing list, informs appropriate people of the current staffing schedule, and maintains quarterly updates of residents' family contacts.
Reviews and updates information in the Social Services section of the Individual Program Plan.
Answers routine questions regarding welfare and concerns of residents, their parents/guardians.
Acts as liaison with Holy Angels' consulting attorney regarding questions on residents’ legal status or rights under the law or legal status and obligations in its relationship to residents, parents and guardians. Attend meetings and in-services as needed.
Coordinates with Admission Director and Resident Services Director to safeguard residents' rights, investigates allegations of abuse and neglect, and is mindful of confidentiality regarding resident medical records and family information.
Liaison with the federal, state and local agencies as necessary to assist with placement of suitable candidates under their care or supervision.
Performs any other duties assigned by the Resident Services and Admission Directors.