Resident-Centered Social Work Assistant

Atlas Post Acute at Woodbury Country Club; Woodbury (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Post Acute at Woodbury Country Club is seeking a social worker to plan for pre-admission and discharge, and to provide psycho-social assessments while guiding care plans with the interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes respect for each resident, fostering growth, and a holistic approach to social, psychological, physical and spiritual well‑being, including promoting independence and advocating for residents’ rights.

Responsibilities

• Planning for pre-admission and discharge
• Providing psycho-social assessment and completing relevant parts of the minimum data set (MINIMUM DATA SET sections A, AA, AB, AC, E, F, Q, and sometimes B)
• Acknowledging the worth and uniqueness of each individual
• Treating each individual with respect
• Creating an atmosphere of growth for the individual
• Adopting a holistic view of social, psychological, physical, and spiritual well‑being
• Providing a physical environment that is supportive
• Fostering a positive self-image through social contact, decision-making opportunities, and independence
• Participating (as a member of an interdisciplinary team) in resident care planning
• Counseling residents and families; linking to community resources as needed
• Advocating for and protecting residents' rights
• Ensuring the social and emotional needs of each resident are met
• Stimulating social contact and interaction
• Promoting maximum independence for each resident

Job description

Atlas Post Acute at Woodbury Country Club is seeking a social worker to plan for pre-admission and discharge, and to provide psycho-social assessments while guiding care plans with the interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes respect for each resident, fostering growth, and a holistic approach to social, psychological, physical and spiritual well‑being, including promoting independence and advocating for residents’ rights.