Geriatric Social Worker: Care Planning & Family Support

Apploi; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support for residents and families in a long-term care setting. You will promote emotional well-being, assist with adjustment to placement, and ensure care planning aligns with resident rights and CMS policies.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, counseling, discharge coordination, and ensuring compliant documentation. The role requires collaboration with nursing, therapy, dietary, and administration to support quality of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) required.
• Current state Social Work license or eligibility (as required by state law).
• Experience in long-term care or healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of geriatric populations and psychosocial needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments upon admission and as needed thereafter.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families.
• Assist residents with adjustment to illness, disability, and placement.
• Advocate for resident rights and dignity at all times.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and communicate resident needs to team.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

CMS regulations

Team collaboration

Documentation

Compassionate care

Education

BSW

Job description

Apploi is seeking a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support for residents and families in a long-term care setting. You will promote emotional well-being, assist with adjustment to placement, and ensure care planning aligns with resident rights and CMS policies.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, counseling, discharge coordination, and ensuring compliant documentation. The role requires collaboration with nursing, therapy, dietary, and administration to support quality of