Social Worker

Social Worker - Full Time and Part Time

1000 Schuylkill Manor Rd, Pottsville, PA 17901

Schuylkill Center is currently looking for a full time and part time Social Worker! Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic Social Worker with experience in long-term care? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Benefits of the Social Worker:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
• Generous PTO
• Enhanced Employee Referral Program - Refer a Full Time RN, LPN, or CNA and Receive a $5000 Referral Bonus!
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Continuous professional and clinical training

Requirements of the Social Worker:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW), sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or any other specialized intellectual instruction directly related to social work is required. Master's in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
• Minimum three years supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals preferred.
• Prior work with elders in a community or long-term care setting is preferred.
• The nursing home social worker must have skills in communication, assessment and social work methods and techniques.
• The social worker should be able to work effectively with a variety of disciplines in an individual and team setting and should have a working understanding of social systems along with the ability to implement pertinent state and federal regulations.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.
• COVID-19 Vaccine Required

Responsibilities of the Social Worker:

• The Social Worker will work with residents in the nursing home by identifying their psychosocial, mental and emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the access of services to meet those needs.
• In fulfilling the primary duties and responsibilities, the nursing home social worker shall exercise professional judgment in carrying out a variety of activities that maximize the well-being and quality of life of residents.
• Administrative Duties, Advocacy and Residents Rights, Clinical Assessment and Care Planning, Clinical Therapeutic and Behavioral Interventions
• 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.
• Complete a social history, complete relevant sections of the Resident Assessment Instrument, MDS, and CAA Summary, and Social Services evaluation for all residents
• Ensure or provide support and education to residents / family members / significant others / responsible party to assist in their understanding of placement and facility issues in addition to referring them to the appropriate Social Services agencies when the facility does not provide the needed services.
• Coordinate the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for appropriate home care services prior to the resident's return to the community.

We are working around the clock to keep our residents and staff healthy and safe and are following the recommended protocols and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We ensure all employees and residents have the required PPE to protect them from potential exposure during this COVID-19 epidemic. Additionally, Numerous precautions have been implemented in all nursing centers such as temperature and symptom screening, screening all employees, restricting visitors and enhancing cleaning of high touch surfaces.

A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.

Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today!

Schuylkill Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.