Social Worker Assistant

Workmen's Circle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center-posted about 1 year ago
$49,920 - $52,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
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The Social Worker Assistant at Workmen's Circle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center plays a crucial role in supporting the social work department by providing education, training, and assistance to social work students, interns, and volunteers. This position involves managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and ensuring effective communication among residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to meet the psychosocial needs of residents in a long-term care setting.

  • Assist in providing education, in-service, orientation, and training to social work students, interns, or volunteers.
  • Complete timely assessments and documentation in resident medical records, including MDS assessments, admission notes, psychosocial assessments, and care plans.
  • Manage assigned caseload, including assessments, scheduled meetings, and follow-ups with residents and families.
  • Facilitate timely room and unit changes by notifying residents and preparing them for changes.
  • Attend mandatory in-service education programs to stay current on nursing home regulations.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary committees and program development as assigned.
  • Assist residents and families in meeting personal needs such as clothing and burial plans.
  • Facilitate effective communication between residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team regarding concerns and grievances.
  • Follow up with new admissions and families to help with their adjustment to placement.
  • Conduct environmental rounds to identify and address safety issues.
  • Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to meet resident psychosocial needs effectively.
  • Make referrals to mental health providers and facilitate psychiatric hospitalizations as needed.
  • Educate residents and families about advance directives and healthcare decision-making.
  • Identify residents who may benefit from palliative and hospice care services and make appropriate referrals.
  • Coordinate discharge planning efforts for residents and follow up post-discharge.
  • Address incidents of alleged abuse, neglect, or mistreatment promptly.
  • Provide counseling to residents on various issues such as adjustment, non-compliance, and bereavement.
  • 1 year of experience as a Social Work Assistant in Long Term Care is required.
  • Knowledge of discharge planning and care plans is essential.
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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