Geriatric Social Worker & Care Navigator

Oakhurst Health & Rehabilitation; Fork Union (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakhurst Health & Rehab in Fork Union, VA seeks a compassionate Social Worker to advocate for residents, support families, and coordinate resources to promote wellbeing.

You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to assess psychosocial needs, participate in care planning, assist with admissions and discharge planning, and educate families on Medicare/Medicaid benefits while upholding resident rights and dignity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required or preferred.
• Two years of supervised social work with geriatric clients is desirable.
• Experience in skilled nursing or healthcare setting is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ psychosocial needs and coordinate follow‑up.
• Build relationships with residents and families while providing support.
• Assist new residents and families during the admission process.
• Coordinate and participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Develop and maintain social service assessments and care plans.
• Assist with discharge planning and connect residents with community resources.
• Educate residents and families about Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
• Advocate for resident rights and dignity.
• Coordinate with behavioral health professionals as appropriate.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and facility committees.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oakhurst Health & Rehab in Fork Union, VA seeks a compassionate Social Worker to advocate for residents, support families, and coordinate resources to promote wellbeing.

You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to assess psychosocial needs, participate in care planning, assist with admissions and discharge planning, and educate families on Medicare/Medicaid benefits while upholding resident rights and dignity.