Geriatric Social Worker - Advocate & Counselor

National Health Care Associates; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Meaningful impact

Job summary

National Health Care Associates seeks a Social Worker at Eastside in Bangor, ME to advocate for residents, assess psychosocial needs, and support families. You will collaborate with the care team to implement individualized plans and ensure quality of life.

You will provide counseling, link to community resources, and assist with crisis support as needed, contributing to a caring, compliant nursing facility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Ability to communicate assessments and findings in writing and verbally.
• Experience with psychosocial needs assessment and treatment planning.
• Healthcare or geriatric setting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal social service regulations in nursing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for residents' well-being and holistic needs.
• conduct psychosocial assessments to identify social and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team to create care plans.
• Provide counseling and coping guidance to residents and families.
• Connect residents with community resources and crisis support.

Skills

Assessment skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

National Health Care Associates seeks a Social Worker at Eastside in Bangor, ME to advocate for residents, assess psychosocial needs, and support families. You will collaborate with the care team to implement individualized plans and ensure quality of life.

You will provide counseling, link to community resources, and assist with crisis support as needed, contributing to a caring, compliant nursing facility environment.