Geriatric Social Worker - Compassionate Care, Full-Time PTO

Living Legends; Town of Fishkill (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell is seeking a Social Worker to support residents and families, assess psychosocial needs, coordinate services, and facilitate care planning in a resident-centered environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Social Work with LMSW/BSW/MSW preferred, plus at least one year of geriatric healthcare experience. Competitive benefits and an on-site, 37.5-hour schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field required.
• LMSW, BSW, or MSW preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with a geriatric population in a healthcare setting.
• Experience with MDS, discharge planning, and electronic medical records preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and social histories upon admission
• Assist residents and families with advance directives, care planning, and transition support
• Facilitate care plan meetings with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Provide counseling, support, and interventions related to emotional, social, and behavioral needs
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals to community resources and home care services
• Complete MDS assessments and documentation as assigned
• Document resident and family interactions in the electronic medical record
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, staff, and outside agencies
• Participate in QAPI initiatives and contribute to quality improvement efforts
• Collaborate with all disciplines to promote resident well-being and positive outcomes

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

MSW preferred

LMSW/BSW/MSW preferred

Job description

Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell is seeking a Social Worker to support residents and families, assess psychosocial needs, coordinate services, and facilitate care planning in a resident-centered environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Social Work with LMSW/BSW/MSW preferred, plus at least one year of geriatric healthcare experience. Competitive benefits and an on-site, 37.5-hour schedule are offered.