Senior Care Social Worker: Discharge & Advocacy

Avon Healthcare Services Ltd; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon Healthcare Services Ltd in Dearborn, MI is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to advocate for residents in a busy long-term care community. You will support admissions, discharge planning, care planning, and transitions, coordinating with families and hospital resources.

Join an established Social Work Department that emphasizes resident-centered care, team collaboration, and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LLMSW) preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate, resident-centered care commitment.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for residents' emotional, psychosocial, and discharge planning needs.
• Assist residents and families with admissions, care planning, transitions, and community resources.
• Coordinate safe and effective discharge planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and other departments.
• Support residents and families through difficult situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Help ensure compliance with all applicable long-term care regulations.

Skills

LMSW preferred

Communication

Organization

Empathy

Education

LMSW or LLMSW licensure

Job description

Avon Healthcare Services Ltd in Dearborn, MI is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to advocate for residents in a busy long-term care community. You will support admissions, discharge planning, care planning, and transitions, coordinating with families and hospital resources.

Join an established Social Work Department that emphasizes resident-centered care, team collaboration, and compliant documentation.