Resident Advocate & Care Coordinator

Mcgregor Foundation; East Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/HSA

Dental

Vision

403b Matching Retirement plan

Employer paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life coverage (optional)

STD

LTD

Critical Illness and Accident coverage

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

McGregor Foundation in Ohio is seeking a Social Service Worker to advocate for residents and coordinate care with families and healthcare teams, aligning with state regulations to provide emotional and social support and resources.

The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and quality of life, including assessments, care planning, education about illness and options, and advocacy for residents' rights, while participating in facility quality improvement and staff training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• 1–2 years of healthcare experience, preferably in long-term care.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and care conferences with residents and families.
• Facilitates treatment planning, decision-making, and communication among residents, families, and healthcare teams.
• Educates residents and families about illness, treatment options, and community resources.
• Coordinates ancillary services like psychological and psychiatric support.
• Advocates for residents' rights and ensures effective discharge planning.
• Participate in facility quality improvement and staff training.
• Maintains documentation compliance and manages resident concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Job description

McGregor Foundation in Ohio is seeking a Social Service Worker to advocate for residents and coordinate care with families and healthcare teams, aligning with state regulations to provide emotional and social support and resources.

The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and quality of life, including assessments, care planning, education about illness and options, and advocacy for residents' rights, while participating in facility quality improvement and staff training.