Social Services Coordinator Social Worker

Holy Angels; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b with match

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Accident coverage

Critical illness

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Referral bonus

Wellness center

Job summary

Holy Angels in Shreveport, LA is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Social Services (Licensed Social Worker) to support residents at the Holy Angels Residential Facility. You will guide admissions, advocate for residents’ rights, coordinate with social, legal and admissions teams, and ensure compliance with state and federal licensing rules.

Requires a Master’s in Social Work, a current SW license, at least 5 years of experience, and a valid driver’s license; responsibilities include records

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required.
• Current Social Work license.
• Minimum 5 years of social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admissions process and conduct tours for potential residents.
• Coordinate master resident files and update as needed.
• Maintain staffing lists and update family contacts.
• Review and update Social Services section of the Individual Program Plan.
• Liaise with attorney regarding residents’ rights and legal status.
• Safeguard residents’ rights and confidentiality; investigate abuse/neglect.
• Coordinate with Admission and Resident Services Directors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Social Work

Admissions coordination

Liaison/Coordination

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work

SW License

Job description

Full Time M-F, 40 hours per week

Starting Rate: $ Salary Depending on Experience

Benefits: Fulltime Eligible Staff

• 403b retirement with Match
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Wellness Center Free Membership

Job Summary:

The job of Coordinator of Social Services is a licensed Social Worker and will be in keeping with the general philosophy of all services provided at Holy Angels Residential Facility. Job responsibilities should be carried out in accordance with the recommended procedures to be followed as dictated by State and Federal Licensing and Long-Term Care and ICF-DD regulations. The coordinator serves as a facilitator in providing the necessary services to the residents of Holy Angels on a daily basis.

Specific Skills and Responsibilities

• Assists in the admissions process of each resident. Field/screens in-coming inquiries regarding placement, provides information and
  tours to potential residents, reviews all applications for admissions, and acts as liaison throughout the admissions process.
• Coordinates with records clerk to set up a Master File on all residents, and updates files when information changes.
• Maintains annual staffing list, informs appropriate people of the current staffing schedule, and maintains quarterly updates of
  residents' family contacts.
• Reviews and updates information in the Social Services section of the Individual Program Plan.
• Answers routine questions regarding welfare and concerns of residents, their parents/guardians.
• Acts as liaison with Holy Angels' consulting attorney regarding questions on residents’ legal status or rights under the law or legal
  status and obligations in its relationship to residents, parents and guardians. Attend meetings and in-services as needed.
• Coordinates with Admission Director and Resident Services Director to safeguard residents' rights, investigates allegations of abuse
  and neglect, and is mindful of confidentiality regarding resident medical records and family information.
• Liaison with the federal, state and local agencies as necessary to assist with placement of suitable candidates under their care or
  supervision.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Resident Services and Admission Directors.
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Social Work
• Must maintain a current and valid driver’s license

Education:

• Master’s degree in social work Required
• Current Social Work License

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work with individuals with developmental disabilities

Physical Demands:

• Walk, stand, sit, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, use hands and lift up to 50lbs, 2/3’s of the time

Requirements:

• Drug Screen
• Criminal Background Check
• Driver’s License Check