Social Worker - Full-Time

Kendal System Careers • Ithaca, NY

2d

About The Position

As a Social Worker, you will build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and designated representatives. You will provide guidance and support during transitions between levels of residency and other life changes. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to Person-Centered Care Planning and work with the Director of Social Work to ensure regulatory requirements are met for the 48-bed skilled nursing department within the life plan community. The role also involves supporting quality assurance initiatives, facilitating resident support groups and staff education as needed, and serving as a liaison to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in social work.
• Two years of experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in long-term care, health care, end-of-life care, or gerontology is preferred.
• LMSW is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with residents, families, and designated representatives.
• Provide guidance and support during transitions between levels of residency and other life changes.
• Contribute to Person-Centered Care Planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Work with the Director of Social Work to ensure regulatory requirements are met for the 48-bed skilled nursing department.
• Assist with quality assurance initiatives.
• Facilitate resident support groups and staff education as needed.
• Serve as a liaison to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement account.
• 403(b) matching up to 5%.
• 5% employer retirement grant.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee education grant (application requirements apply).
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Hardship funds program (application requirements apply).
• Holiday pay for 8 holidays per year.
• Life insurance paid by Kendal.
• Paid Family Leave (PFL).
• Paid time off.
• Paid sick time off.
• Referral program.
• Vision insurance.
• Access to campus amenities, including a pool, sauna, gym, tennis courts, and scenic walking paths.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level