Geriatric Social Worker — Resident Advocate & Care Coordinator

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Holidays

403(b) match

Fitness center

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Legal services

Home/auto insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are seeking a Social Worker to assess psycho‑social needs of residents, develop social histories, and provide counseling to residents and families. The role supports discharge planning and advocacy, aligning with policy and regulatory standards across units.

The position requires a BA or BSW in Social Work or related field, state social work licensure, and at least two years in geriatric social work.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a BA or BSW degree in Social Work, Psychology or Sociology.
• Licensed by State Board of Social Work.
• Two years of geriatric social work experience.
• Membership in MNH-SWA encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assess psycho-social strengths and needs of residents on the unit.
• Develop and maintain a social history for the resident's medical record.
• Provide intensive and/or continuing counseling to residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning, transfers and room changes.
• Advocate for residents and coordinate with external agencies.
• Complete required documentation including MDS and quarterly summaries.
• Attend and facilitate family and patient care conferences.

Skills

English communication

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA or BSW in Social Work/Psychology/Sociology

Licensed by State Board of Social Work

Job description

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are seeking a Social Worker to assess psycho‑social needs of residents, develop social histories, and provide counseling to residents and families. The role supports discharge planning and advocacy, aligning with policy and regulatory standards across units.

The position requires a BA or BSW in Social Work or related field, state social work licensure, and at least two years in geriatric social work.