Social Worker Assistant
About The Position
The Pines at Bristol is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! -Social Worker Assistant Part Time- 20 hours per week What You'll Do: As a Social Worker Assistant, you will advocate for the well-being of our residents and ensure their holistic needs are met. Your work will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life of our residents. Key Responsibilities of a Social Worker: Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify residents' social, emotional, and environmental needs, as well as strengths and preferences Collaborate with residents, their families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans that address social, emotional, and psychological concerns Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and their families, offering guidance on coping strategies, adjustment to care transitions, and decision-making processes Serve as a strong advocate for residents' rights and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and decision-making processes Connect residents and their families with community resources, support services, and advocacy organizations to address social, financial, and legal needs Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations, such as grief and loss, family conflicts, or changes in health status If you are passionate about playing a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life of our residents, in an environment where expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Social Worker.
Requirements
- Current licensure or certification as a Social Worker in the state of employment
- Previous experience in Long-Term Care, geriatrics, or a related field
- Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Empathy, compassion, and a commitment to person-centered care
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify residents' social, emotional, and environmental needs, as well as strengths and preferences
- Collaborate with residents, their families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans that address social, emotional, and psychological concerns
- Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and their families, offering guidance on coping strategies, adjustment to care transitions, and decision-making processes
- Serve as a strong advocate for residents' rights and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and decision-making processes
- Connect residents and their families with community resources, support services, and advocacy organizations to address social, financial, and legal needs
- Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations, such as grief and loss, family conflicts, or changes in health status
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
