What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Pasadena Nursing Center?
We are an 54-bed Skilled Nursing Facility specializing in post-acute care. We are looking for a Social Worker who is already familiar with the Skilled Nursing space to compliment our growing team. This position is responsible for identifying psychosocial, mental and emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the access of services to meet those needs. Services will be provided in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics, adherence to Federal, State and Local regulations and governing agencies.
Some general job duties will include:
- Completes social history and psychosocial assessment for each resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs; Completed relevant parts of the minimum data set (MDS); Utilizes the minimum data set to guide the care plan.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation which complies with federal/state regulations, The Company policy, and specific center practices, including, but not limited to, Advanced Directives, Minimum Data Set, Social Service History, Resident Care Plan and Assessment, Raps, Social Service Progress Notes, Behavior Tracking, monitoring of cognitive and psychosocial changes, PASARR and Discharge Planning documentation, and psych services.
- Supports each resident’s/resident’s right to self-determination; Documents resident/resident refusal of services offered; Informs resident/resident of any therapeutic alternatives to the refused service; Involves others, as appropriate, to help educate the resident/resident about the alternatives.
- Orient residents to the center.
- Maintain records of outside referral. Make referrals for appropriate home care services prior to the resident’s return to the community.
- Assist in coordinating residents’ financial affairs.
- Communicates with and provides support and education to residents/family members/significant others to assist in their understanding of placement and facility issues in addition to referring them to the appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the needed services
- Participate in meetings, in-services and training as required. Assist the Social Service Management in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of the facility.
- Meet with consultants as required
- Implement and maintain an ongoing Quality Measurement And Performance Improvement Program (QAPI)
- Assist with coordination of resident room moves
- Work with the interdisciplinary team and administration to promote and protect resident rights and the psychological well-being of each resident. Prevent and address resident abuse as mandated by law and professional licensure.
- Works with Director of Nursing and Administrator to prepare for inspection surveys; ability to engage in interviews by inspectors, assist in immediate corrections of problems noted by surveyors, etc. Reviews and reinforces important standards previously cited.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services
- Certified, licensed, or registered in the state of practice, required
- Minimum 2 years as social worker in a skilled nursing facility
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good administrative and organizational abilities
- Knowledge of Social Resources in the Community
Our vision is to relentlessly pursue unparalleled quality and value for our patients, customers, and employees. We are working to create an irresistible culture that inspires individuals to grow as leaders, clinicians, and innovators.
Competitive compensation rates, time-and-a-half for holidays, a generous paid-time-off program, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and an annual employee appreciation event. Benefits vary between full-time, part-time, and on-call employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- In-person
Experience:
- Social work: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Clinical Social Worker License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person