Licensed Social Worker

Prairie Rehabilitation & Nursing; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Rehabilitation & Nursing is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team, providing psychosocial assessments, care planning, and counseling to residents and families.

The role leads the social services department, collaborates with nursing and therapy staff, ensures CMS compliance, and supports discharge planning and coordination with community resources.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed social worker with current credentials in good standing.
• Experience with behavioral health and dementia care preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and counseling skills in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and care planning for residents at admission, quarterly, and as needed.
• Advocate for residents' rights, dignity, and independence, ensuring person-centered care.
• Provide counseling and support to residents and families in adjustment, crisis intervention, and discharge planning.
• Lead the social services department and ensure high professional standards.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate social services into overall resident care.
• Monitor policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Serve as liaison between residents, families, and staff; coordinate community resources.
• Identify trends and participate in QAPI initiatives.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Care planning

Counseling

Trauma-informed care

Job description

Licensed Social Worker

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Social Worker to join our team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide psychosocial assessments, care planning, and counseling services to our residents and their families. Your expertise in behavioral health, dementia care, and trauma-informed practices will enable you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. If you are passionate about delivering person-centered care and are committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Resident Care & Advocacy:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and care planning for all residents upon admission, quarterly, and as needed

• Advocate for residents' rights, dignity, and independence, ensuring care is person-centered

• Provide counseling and support to residents and families in adjustment, crisis intervention, and discharge planning

Leadership & Program Oversight:

• Lead the social services department and ensure high standards of professional practice

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate social services into overall resident care

• Monitor policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations (including F-Tags such as F740-F744, F760, F842, F865)

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record, including care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries

• Prepare for and participate in surveys, audits, and QAPI initiatives

Family & Community Relations:

• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and staff to foster communication and resolve concerns

• Coordinate community resources, support groups, and external services to meet residents' needs

• Provide education to families on facility processes, care transitions, and available resources

Quality Improvement:

• Identify trends and develop action plans to improve psychosocial well-being and satisfaction

• Participate in QAPI meetings and contribute to performance improvement initiatives

• Excellent interpersonal, counseling, and conflict-resolution skills

• Ability to handle sensitive resident/family issues with professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality

Preferred Competencies:

• Experience with behavioral health, dementia care, and trauma-informed practices

• Strong background in discharge planning and coordination with hospitals, community providers, and managed care organizations

• Familiarity with PointClickCare or other electronic health record systems

• Proven success in survey preparation, QAPI projects, and interdisciplinary collaboration

If you are a motivated and compassionate Licensed Social Worker looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.