Social Services - Long Term Care

The Village of St Edward; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental Coverage (FT)

403b with employer match

Paid Time Off

Tuition and Certification Reimburse

Employee Assistance Program

Free CEU opportunities

Wellness Programs with Rewards

Job summary

The Village of St. Edward is seeking a Social Worker to provide social services to families and residents in long-term care. You will coordinate discharge planning, support care planning with the MDS team, and ensure documentation and resident rights are upheld.

As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will assist with POA, Medicaid applications, and family communications, while maintaining PCC and regulatory compliance. This role is on-site and requires weekend/evening availability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with experience in social services in long term care.
• Graduate of an accredited college for social work or gerontology preferred.
• Current license to practice Social Work in the State of Ohio (LSW) preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience working with older adults in a social service capacity.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays for operational needs.
• Ability to operate office equipment, calculators, computers, etc.
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach at different angles.
• Walks, stands and sits intermittently during the day.
• Must be detailed oriented and precise with documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides Social Services to Families/Residents.
• Coordinates discharge planning for residents moved to another level of care or transferred.
• Documents social services tasks in charts and reports.
• Assists in care planning with MDS nurse and completes MDS sections.
• Provides NOMNCs and assists with insurance updates, appeals and submissions.
• Maintains quarterly documentation including progress notes and discharge plans.
• Participates in plan of care meetings.
• Educates residents and families about rights and PCC principles.
• Supports SC residents with POA documents and Medicaid applications.
• Assists with information meetings and resident rights education.
• Develops in-service programs and RIM sessions.
• Assesses discharge potential with the interdisciplinary team and follows up with families.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors in Social Work or Gerontology preferred

Ohio LSW license preferred

Tools

Office software

Computers

Job description

Summary:

In accordance with the mission and values of The Village of St. Edward, the Social Worker is responsible for providing social services to families/residents in Nursing Care. They act as a bridge between residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team, ensuring that care is person-centered and compliant with state and federal regulations.

Social Services - Long Term Care

Onsite position

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (not an all-inclusive list):

• Provides Social Services to Families/Residents
• Coordinates discharge planning for residents moved to another level of care at The Village of St. Edward or when transferred to an outside institution/setting.
• Assures completion and documentation of Social Services task such as progress notes, social histories, psychosocial assessment, trauma informed care, discharge plan / assessment (BIMS; Brief Interview for Mental Status) ( PHQ-9 Depression Rating Scale)(Resident’s Rights), and assures timely placement of these items in Resident’s charts.
• Assists in care planning in coordination with MDS nurse and completes appropriate sections of the MDS. C-D-E-Q.
• Also provides NOMNC (discharge planning) assists with insurance updates, appeals and submissions.
• Submit insurance updates
• Maintains quarterly documentation including but not limited to progress notes, discharge plans, room changes prior to discharge in accordance with state regulations.
• Coordinates and participates in plan of care meetings
• Provides direction to residents/families with problems/concerns
• Track PASSR and LOC.
• Informs residents and families of their rights and responsibilities. Educates staff about resident rights and facility implementation of those rights acting as the resident’s advocate.
• Helps families/residents with POA documents, living will, Medicaid applications, etc.
• Attends Resident Information Meetings and provides resident’s rights at these meetings.
• Provides educational information to the Caregivers’ Support Group for family members
• Develops and implements ongoing resident right in-service programs and Resident Information Meeting (RIM).
• As a member of an interdisciplinary team, assesses each resident’s potential for discharge. Plans for the resident’s discharge and post discharge with the resident’s family and interdisciplinary team. Assists resident and family in the implementation of the discharge plan and communicates discharge plan to all parties. Follow up with the family within 2-4 weeks after discharge.
• Meets with the psychologist weekly.
• Assists with medical records and ancillary service coordination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the philosophy of person centered care (PCC) by actively participating in the person centered care process. Fosters development and enhancement of person centered care practices.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent with experience working in social services in long term care
• Graduate of an accredited college for social work or gerontology preferred
• Current license to practice Social Work in the State of Ohio (LSW) preferred.
• At least 1-2 years of experience working with older adults in Social Service capacity
• Availability to work on weekends, evenings, and holidays for operational needs
• Possess the necessary dexterity to operate office equipment, calculators, computers, etc.
• Possess the ability to bend, stoop and reach at different angles.
• Walks, stands and sits intermittently during the day.
• Must be detailed oriented and precise with documentation.
• Strong organizational skills, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines

The Village of St. Edward offers great Employee Incentives, Discounts and Benefits:

• A kind and welcoming work environment
• Medical/Vision/Dental Coverage (with great orthodontic benefits) (FT)
• Pet Insurance
• Competitive wages with regular analysis
• Generous Paid Time Off (PT & FT)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403b (with employer match) (PT & FT)
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Short-Term Disability (FT)
• Free CEU opportunities
• Developmental Training Opportunities
• Community Involvement Events
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Perfect Attendance and Rewards!
• Wellness Programs with Rewards!
• Monthly Staff Recognition Events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Emergency Support Fund
• Ride Share Program
• Discounts on cell phones, etc..
• And more!

The Village of St. Edward is a not-for-profit organization that supports each person as a valued member of this community. We foster a compassionate environment by promoting excellence in service and a community of belonging with Christ-centered care. Core Values: Benevolence, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Kindness.

Social Services, Social Services Designee, Licensed Social Worker, Social Worker, Long Term Care, Nursing Care, LSW