Licensed Social Worker — Long-Term Care Resident Advocate

Focused Post Acute Care Partners; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Generous PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

Focused Post Acute Care Partners in Pasadena, TX seeks a licensed Social Worker to coordinate community resources and support residents’ social and emotional needs in our long-term care setting.

You will interview residents, arrange referrals, advocate for residents' rights, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life. Texas license required within 6 months if not already licensed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related Human Services field.
• Must be a licensed Social Worker in the state of Texas or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 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, and other related departments in planning social services.
• Advocate daily on behalf of all residents to ensure that their rights are maintained.
• Reports abuse, neglect, or exploitation per state reporting guidelines.
• Completes Social Service History and Social Service Evaluation with newly admitted residents within 14 days.
• Educates residents about Advance Directives, Medical Power of Attorney, and DNR documents.

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Job description

Focused Post Acute Care Partners in Pasadena, TX seeks a licensed Social Worker to coordinate community resources and support residents’ social and emotional needs in our long-term care setting.

You will interview residents, arrange referrals, advocate for residents' rights, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life. Texas license required within 6 months if not already licensed.