Geriatric Social Worker: Advocate for Residents

Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Yarmouth (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Yarmouth, Maine is seeking a Social Worker to advocate for residents and ensure holistic needs are met within a compassionate, multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, collaborate on individualized care plans, provide counseling, and connect families with community resources as part of an interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Current licensure or certification as a Social Worker in the state of employment.
• Experience in Long-Term Care, geriatrics, or related field.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify residents' social, emotional, and environmental needs, as well as strengths and preferences.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans addressing social, emotional, and psychological concerns.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families, guiding coping strategies and adjustment to care transitions.
• Advocate for residents' rights and preferences in care planning and decision-making.
• Connect residents and families with community resources, support services, and advocacy organizations.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.

Skills

Assessment skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Empathy and compassion

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Social Work licensure/certification

Job description

Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Yarmouth, Maine is seeking a Social Worker to advocate for residents and ensure holistic needs are met within a compassionate, multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, collaborate on individualized care plans, provide counseling, and connect families with community resources as part of an interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life for residents.