Social Worker

Volunteers of America•Lansing, MI

15d•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose. Join The Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE as a Social Worker in Lansing, MI. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Requirements

Masters’ Degree from an accredited school of social work
Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable in the state of employment.
A minimum of one year’s experience working with frail or elderly population required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and have means of transportation.

Responsibilities

Performs in person initial assessments for enrollment of potential Senior Community Care participants to obtain a complete psychosocial history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics mental health and substance dependency and other issues and needs.
Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant. Conducts in person re-assessment of enrolled participants every six (6) months and as needed. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
Maintains regular attendance at and participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
Provides ongoing support, counsel, and education to participants and family regarding a variety of issues, including but not limited to: the aging process, dementia, grief and loss, end of life, disease processes, difficult family dynamics and changing roles, PACE model and PACE health services.