Social Services Staff

Position Purpose:

Assist the social services Director in identifying and providing for resident's social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident's full potential.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Assist in collection social history data and in the development of a comprehensive discharge plan, including the MDS and care plan for new admits, as directed by the social services director.

• Orient and assist new residents in adjusting to the facility. Assist residents and families with adjustment to changes, including room changes.

• Assist families with engraving and/or marking of resident's personal items.

• Assist in facilitating family group meetings.

• Document progress notes, which relate to each resident's care plan when necessary and within policy timeframe.

• Participates in departmental budget and supplies monthly report to Administrator.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education/Requirements:

Bachelors Degree Preferred plus a minimum of 1 year experience in social work, preferably in a long term care facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.