Social Worker

Elderwood•Burlington, VT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Elderwood, our mission is simple: People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide everything we do. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents while creating a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. Elderwood at Burlington is currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. If you are passionate about advocating for others, supporting families through important transitions, and helping residents achieve the highest quality of life possible, we encourage you to apply. As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting residents and their families by identifying psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs and connecting them with appropriate resources and services. You will help foster an environment that promotes dignity, independence, individuality, and overall well-being. Working as part of the interdisciplinary care team, you will assist residents through admissions, care planning, transitions of care, and ongoing support throughout their stay.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human rehabilitation counseling, and psychology from an accredited institution; and services/ field including, but not limited to, sociology, gerontology, special education.
One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals
Experience in casework required.
Valid Drivers License and clean driving record required.
Desire and ability to work with the elderly and to cooperate with other staff members necessary.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in the admission or discharge area of social work very desirable.

Responsibilities

Welcome and assist new residents during the admission process
Assess residents' psychosocial, emotional, and support needs
Participate in the development and review of individualized care plans
Complete required admission and discharge documentation, including SCREEN forms when applicable
Assist with discharge planning and transitions to other levels of care
Document resident information according to facility policies and regulatory requirements
Provide counseling and support to residents and family members
Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to address resident needs
Advocate for resident rights, dignity, and quality of life
Participate in departmental meetings and in-service training programs