Social Services Worker

Landmark of Acadiana is looking for a Social Services Worker.

A Social Services Worker evaluates the social needs of each patient admitted and formulates a written plan of care. Reviews and revises plan as necessary, but not less often than quarterly. Refers patients and families to appropriate community resources as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a Bachelor's degree.
• Degree's preferred
• 1. Sociology2. Family Studies3. Special Education4.Psychology
• Nursing Home experience is preferred .
• Must have a genuine interest in the elderly.
• Must exercise patience and tactfulness.
• Possess good listening skills.
• Must be able to execute a social service program appropriate to the needs and interests of the patients.
• Must have the knowledge of special needs and limitations of elderly.
• Is able to recognize and identify situations in which problems are such that referral is indicated.
• Has sufficient understanding and self-discipline to relate to the patients’ needs and feelings.
• Has an interest in learning and advancement.
• Possess the ability to work congenially with others.
• Must be able to work hours as assigned by the Administrator.
• Must have a pre-employment and an annual tuberculosis screening examination.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans and organizes a social service program according to established policies.
• Identifies and evaluates personal, emotional and environmental concerns.
• Formulates a written plan of care for each admitted patient.
• Reviews and updates plan of care according to established policies.
• Records continuing progress notes on the patient’s social needs and response of the patient to delivered social services.
• Assists with the development of a community volunteer program.
• Assembles and maintains a store of information on community resources and helps other staff to use these accordingly.
• Gives assistance or help in locating and arranging for services of other professionals or agencies to solve problems and needs of patients.
• Listens to the residents.
• Performs other various duties as deemed necessary by the Administrator.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person