Social Worker

Elderwood•Burlington, VT

49d•Onsite

About The Position

At Elderwood at Burlington, our mission is simple: People Caring for People. Guided by our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, we are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care while fostering a supportive and meaningful work environment for our team. As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting residents and families through some of life’s most important transitions—helping ensure dignity, emotional well-being, and connection throughout their stay in our care. If you are passionate about advocacy, meaningful relationships, and improving quality of life for older adults, we invite you to join our interdisciplinary team. About Elderwood at Burlington Elderwood at Burlington is a 150-bed skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation facility located in Burlington, Vermont. We provide comprehensive skilled nursing care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services including orthopedic rehabilitation, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Specialty programs include palliative care, respite care, and wound care, allowing us to support a wide range of resident needs with compassion and clinical excellence. Position Overview As a Social Worker, you will support residents and their families by assessing psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs and connecting them with appropriate services and resources. You will serve as an advocate and key member of the interdisciplinary care team, helping ensure each resident’s care plan supports dignity, independence, and overall well-being. This role involves meaningful engagement with residents throughout their entire care journey—from admission through discharge—ensuring they feel supported, heard, and empowered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related human services field from an accredited institution. Related fields may include psychology, sociology, gerontology, rehabilitation counseling, special education, or another qualifying discipline.
At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals.
Previous casework experience.
Strong communication, documentation, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Genuine interest in working with older adults and supporting residents and families through healthcare transitions.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level to communicate safely and effectively with residents, families, visitors, coworkers, and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

Social work experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, geriatrics, or a related healthcare setting.
Experience supporting admissions, discharge planning, transfers, or transitions of care.

Responsibilities

Welcome and support residents and families during the admission process
Assess psychosocial, emotional, and support needs of residents
Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care
Complete required documentation, including admission and discharge forms (including SCREEN when applicable)
Provide counseling, emotional support, and resource referrals to residents and families
Advocate for resident rights, dignity, and quality of life
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and clinical teams to support resident needs
Ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
Participate in departmental meetings, training, and in-service programs
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