Social Worker (MSW)

Community LIFE•New Kensington, PA

5h•$58,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community LIFE is seeking a Social Worker to serve adults over age 55 enrolled in its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The Social Worker maintains a caseload and provides participants and their families with psychosocial assessments and interventions that support participants’ ability to remain in the community. As the primary contact, the Social Worker performs utilization case management for acute inpatient admissions and transfers. The position is located in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no nights or weekends. Community LIFE brings geriatric medicine and care professionals together in specialized Day Centers and offers services including medical care, social services, meals, activities, and transportation to help older adults remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work.
At least one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with people from various socio-cultural backgrounds.
Ability to accept and utilize supervision.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
Good problem-solving skills.
Compassionate and empathetic attitude toward frail older adults.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Geriatric social work experience in a hospital, long-term care, or community setting.

Responsibilities

Maintain a caseload of Community LIFE participants who are adults over age 55.
Provide participants and their families with psychosocial assessments and interventions related to maintaining participants in the community.
Serve as the primary contact for utilization case management for acute inpatient admissions and transfers.