Geriatric Social Worker | Day Shift, No Weekends

Yonkers Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance Benefits

Vision Insurance Benefits

401k match

Daily Pay Available

Job summary

Yonkers Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Social Worker to join our team in Yonkers, NY. The role focuses on assessing, counseling and supporting residents, with a strong emphasis on coordinating services and advocating for patient rights.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, NYC social work certification, and 1–2 years of geriatric and nursing & rehabilitation experience. New graduates with experience are welcome to apply. Competitive benefits and full-time hours are offered.

Qualifications

• MSW Required.
• Social Work certification to practice in NYC.
• Must have 1-2yrs experience working with Geriatric.
• Must have Nursing & Rehabilitation experience.
• New graduates with experience are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Assess nature of patients' situations by interviewing and reviewing personal history.
• Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help patients/residents deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies.
• Develop and execute individual treatment plans, should know how to apply Medicaid and Medicare application for the patient.
• Help the patient with Food Stamps, Housing application and phone assistance.
• Interview service users and assess their needs, strengths and weaknesses.
• Address each case with tailored measurable goals.
• Monitor and evaluate patients’ progress and modify plans accordingly.
• Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions.
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and programs.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation.
• Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support the facility and promote patient rights in a safe environment.

Education

MSW

Job description

Yonkers Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Social Worker to join our team in Yonkers, NY. The role focuses on assessing, counseling and supporting residents, with a strong emphasis on coordinating services and advocating for patient rights.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, NYC social work certification, and 1–2 years of geriatric and nursing & rehabilitation experience. New graduates with experience are welcome to apply. Competitive benefits and full-time hours are offered.