Senior Living Social Worker & Resident Advocate

Lifespace Communities, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Querencia at Barton Creek, part of Lifespace Communities, Inc., in Austin, TX, is seeking a Social Worker to assess psycho-social needs, participate in care planning, and ensure thorough documentation and advocacy for residents.

The role includes move-in coordination, resident engagement, and collaboration with families and care teams to support dignified, person-centered care. Requires SW licensure and CSWE-accredited master's degree with health care experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and one year experience in a health care setting.
• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field and three years' experience in a health care setting.
• Licensed Social Worker required by community and/or state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document psycho-social needs and pertinent social data about resident illness and care, and actions taken to meet resident needs.
• Attend resident care planning meetings and complete social service documentation, including MDS and care plans in a timely manner, per policies and laws.
• Assist in inquiry process, move-in coordination, and paperwork; conduct tours and welcome new move-ins.

Skills

Empathy

Resident advocacy

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in social work (CSWE-accredited)

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) per state regulations

Job description

Querencia at Barton Creek, part of Lifespace Communities, Inc., in Austin, TX, is seeking a Social Worker to assess psycho-social needs, participate in care planning, and ensure thorough documentation and advocacy for residents.

The role includes move-in coordination, resident engagement, and collaboration with families and care teams to support dignified, person-centered care. Requires SW licensure and CSWE-accredited master's degree with health care experience.