Social Svcs Asst HCC

PruittHealth • Decatur, GA

5d

About The Position

Assists the Social Services Director with the day-to-day activities of social services within the building assigned. In accordance with the company policy and all applicable State and Federal laws, regulations and professional guidelines.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in social work.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Social Work or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge and ability to apply standards of professional social work practice in long term care setting.
• Develops and maintains social work policies and procedures reflecting current professional standards and philosophy of care consistent with State and Federal regulations.
• Communicates directly with residents, family, staff, interdisciplinary team members and Department Heads to coordinate care and services, improve organization and implementation of plans of care to maintain a high quality of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
• Demonstrates competency in the protection and promotion of and advocacy for residents’ rights.
• Possesses thorough knowledge and understanding of quality improvement processes as well as emergency and safety requirements.
• Responds to resident behavioral and psychiatric issues by completing behavioral and psychosocial assessments, providing treatment recommendations and making referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health providers.
• When necessary or assigned, maintains a social services caseload; providing social services to residents as required.
• Consult on a regular basis with the facility’s Behavior Management Program to ensure that the program is properly implemented and functioning to meet the psychosocial needs of the resident.
• Able to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency and disaster protocols.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete projects within the allotted time and within the allotted budget.
• Able to respond to change productively and to handle additional projects as assigned.
• Maintain skills and knowledge through continuing education Applies information to job responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED