Adoption Social Worker jobs in Fairfield, CT

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Hewitt! 

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Apple Rehab Hewitt, a 105-bed long-term care and rehabilitation center nestled in the heart of downtown Shelton, embodies a legacy of compassionate service. Our commitment to excellence is echoed through our dedicated staff, whose unwavering loyalty spans decades, ensuring enduring dedication and consistent high-quality care. 

Why Choose Apple Rehab Hewitt? By fostering a culture of gratitude and support, we ensure that our staff feels valued, motivated, and empowered, thus enhancing the quality of care and creating a fulfilling workplace at Apple Rehab Hewitt.

About Us: As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Opportunity: Social Worker

Schedule: 16 hours weekly

Reports To: Director of Social Services

The Social Services Designee is responsible for implementing and documenting a plan of care related to the resident’s social/emotional needs in the electronic medical record. The Social Services Designee is also responsible for collaborating with the nursing, MDS, Admissions and rehabilitation departments to facilitate discharge plans for residents. The Social Services Designee is responsible for informing and educating the staff/resident/family/responsible party of the resident’s personal and property rights, as well as his/her rights related to health services as pertaining to the resident. This positon also maintains updated resources for residents and families in regards to community resources and services, as well as service agencies and organizations. Maintains a record of all reported concerns, assists in resolving them and assures appropriate follow up and documentation. The Social Services is easily accessible to residents, family and staff. Provides timely referrals to appropriate agencies for assistance to the resident/family (i.e. conservatorship application, Medicaid application, etc).

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and document personalized care plans for residents' social and emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure effective discharge plans.
• Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Maintains updated community resources for residents and families.
• Address reported concerns, provide resolutions, and ensure proper documentation.
• Easy accessibility to residents, families, and staff for support and guidance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program in Social Work or related field.
• Must be knowledgeable of admissions and discharge procedures in conjunction with all current laws, as well as be familiar with residents’ rights and documentation requirements in accordance with current regulations and/or guidelines.
• Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must be innovative and able to find creative ways to serve the variety of resident needs and maintain the customer focus.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers’ license.
• Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team.
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward the residents and their support networks.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff and family members in a professional manner.

Employee Benefits for 30 Hours which may include the following:

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service

Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth. Apply now to become a valued member of Apple Rehab Hewitt!

Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details.

(Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)