Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Social Worker will play a crucial role in delivering social services support, including assessments, counseling, case management, and referrals. This position is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of participants and their families while working within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. If you're passionate about helping individuals maintain their independence in the community and enjoy working with elderly populations, this role offers an exciting and rewarding opportunity.
Responsibilities:
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Participate in the initial assessments, care planning, and periodic re-assessments (minimally every 6 months) of participants in alignment with industry and departmental standards.
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Document participant changes accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with medical record standards.
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Maintain open and effective communication with other team members regarding participant status and needs.
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Oversee the coordination of 24-hour care delivery, providing individual and family counseling when necessary.
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Lead group counseling sessions and activities designed to support participants' emotional and social well-being.
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Refer participants and families to relevant community agencies, acting as a liaison and advocate to ensure participants' needs are met.
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Foster positive relationships among staff, promoting team building and a collaborative work environment.
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Consult with staff members regarding the impact of social, emotional, and cultural factors on health and care.
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Contribute to program and policy development in social work and actively participate in quality improvement processes.
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Conduct home visits to participants’ private residences.
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Attend and actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to contribute to participant care planning.
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Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
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Current License in the required state.
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Current state licensure and membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) or other NASW-recognized certification is preferred.
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At least two (2) years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home, or community-based setting is preferred.
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A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred. If not, training will be provided upon hire.
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Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and the minimum required state auto insurance.
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Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before engaging in direct participant contact.
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Successful completion of a criminal background check, including federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screening.
Desired Qualifications:
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Experience with individual, family, and group counseling.
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Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
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Ability to understand and address the psychosocial issues faced by frail and chronically ill individuals and their caregivers.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Familiarity with public speaking and delivering training to various group sizes.
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Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with electronic communication tools.
Setting: Outpatient clinic specializing in geriatric care, with occasional home visits as needed.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.
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Monday - Friday
If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at DSalgado@teemagroup.com or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951.
I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!