Social Worker
About The Position
Embark on a fulfilling healthcare career with us and become part of a team that truly values your contributions. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward. Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth. Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements. Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally. Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.
Requirements
- BSSW, MSSW preferred
- Licensing as required by the state of employment.
- One year of experience in a long-term care environment.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment.
- Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
- Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
- Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes.
- Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
- Coordinates resident visits with outside services, dental, optical, etc.
- Attends and documents resident council meetings.
- Assists resident’s families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process.
- Works with the patient, family, and other team members to plan discharge.
- Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights.
- Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
- Reimbursement options for childcare, transportation, and a non-perishable food program for eligible employees.
- Eighty-Five Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
- Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through OnShift Wallet.
- Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
- Three options available for Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
- Retirement Savings with 401K.
- HSA and FSA options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
