Impactful Social Worker Resident Advocate & Resources

FPACP PASADENA LLC; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Vision

Dental

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

6 Holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

Focused Post Acute Care Partners (FPACP) in Texas seeks a licensed Social Worker to interview, coordinate, and refer residents to community resources, supporting their social and emotional needs and those of their families.

You will complete Social Service History within 14 days, assist with MDS 3.0, educate on Advance Directives, and coordinate referrals to ancillary services with the facility team to ensure resident rights and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a Human Services field; must be licensed in Texas or obtain within 6 months.
• Prefer two years of experience in long-term care, hospital, or related medical facilities.
• Able to react to emergency situations appropriately when required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff to plan social services.
• Advocate daily on behalf of residents to ensure rights are maintained.
• Completes Social Service History and Social Service Evaluation within 14 days.
• Completes MDS 3.0 sections on days 5, 14, 30, 60, 90, annually, upon change of condition, and upon readmission.
• Educate and assist residents with Advance Directives and Medical Power of Attorney.
• Facilitates referrals to ancillary services and coordinates with physicians and other professionals.
• Assist with scheduling transportation for residents to medical appointments.
• Document interactions reflecting assessments and care planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Advocacy

Crisis response

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services

Licensed Social Worker in Texas (or obtain within 6 months)

Job description

Focused Post Acute Care Partners (FPACP) in Texas seeks a licensed Social Worker to interview, coordinate, and refer residents to community resources, supporting their social and emotional needs and those of their families.

You will complete Social Service History within 14 days, assist with MDS 3.0, educate on Advance Directives, and coordinate referrals to ancillary services with the facility team to ensure resident rights and well-being.