Geriatric Social Worker – Veterans Care Advocate

Cayuse Holdings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings seeks a licensed Social Worker to support a veteran retirement home in Washington, DC. This full-time temporary role focuses on assessing care, coordinating services, and ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

The position involves clinical assessments, family communications, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality resident care in a federal setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited).
• DC Independent Practitioner license eligibility and commitment to licensure in good standing.
• Flu vaccination and tetanus booster documentation.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience with geriatric populations and care planning.
• Background check and security requirements for access to secure federal facilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent reviews to evaluate standards of care and develop updates.
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure adherence to standards and protocols.
• Support public awareness and community outreach activities.
• Administer GDS/PHQ-9 screening tools and initiate referrals as needed.
• Perform biopsychosocial assessments to support care planning and transitions.
• Visit hospitalized residents to ensure continuity of care during admission.
• Assist residents with VA services registration and benefits.
• Coordinate and resolve billing discrepancies and Medicare/Tricare issues.
• Maintain timely, thorough documentation and communications with families.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Customer service

MS Office

Adobe tools

Organization

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Ph.D. in Social Work (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe tools

Job description

Cayuse Holdings seeks a licensed Social Worker to support a veteran retirement home in Washington, DC. This full-time temporary role focuses on assessing care, coordinating services, and ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

The position involves clinical assessments, family communications, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality resident care in a federal setting.