Social Worker
About The Position
St. Paul Elder Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to support residents and their families at its skilled nursing facility in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. The role provides emotional support, resources, and guidance tailored to residents’ needs, with a focus on enhancing their quality of life. The position is listed as 68 hours per pay period. The Social Worker assesses residents’ psychosocial needs and develops care plans, supports residents and families, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. The role also supports move-in processes, short-term rehabilitation patients’ insurance appeals and discharge planning, and completion of assessments, care conferences, and required documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
- Experience or interest in working with the elderly.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Organization and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and committed to enhancing the lives of the elderly.
Nice To Haves
- Wisconsin Social Work License preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments to determine residents’ psychosocial needs and develop appropriate care plans.
- Provide support to residents and families and lead supportive conversations.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Advocate for residents’ rights and access to services.
- Assist residents and patients with the move-in process, including paperwork and gathering information about social history, individual preferences, and care needs.
- Assist short-term rehabilitation patients with insurance appeals, discharge planning, and arranging community services and care following their stay.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Lead care conferences.
- Complete MDS assessments, BIMS, PHQ-9 assessments, consents, NOMNCs, appeals, and other important paperwork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
