Social Services Worker

MediLodge of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

Flexible Pay Options

Education Assistance

401K

HSA/FSA

Job summary

MediLodge of Lansing is looking for a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to residents and their families in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes compassionate patient-family engagement and coordination of care with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate brings a social work background with relevant experience and a focus on improving residents’ quality of life. The facility highlights employee focus, growth opportunities, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: BSSW, MSSW preferred not required.
• Experience: One year of experience in a long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident assessments at admission, during condition change, and annually.
• Creates, reviews and updates care plans and progress notes.
• Coordinates resident visits with outside services such as dental and optical.
• Attends and documents resident council meetings.
• Supports families coping with placement, illness and disabilities, and grieving process.
• Plans discharge with patient, family, and team members.
• Delivers in-service programs on psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervises Social Services Assistants and guides staff.
• Performs other assigned tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

BSSW/MSSW preferred

Job description

MediLodge of Lansing
731 Starkweather Dr
Lansing, MI 48917, USA

Description

Social Worker

Behavioral Healthcare Background Preferred

Michigan’s state-funded Senate Bill 690 (COVID-19) pay may be ending—but your earning power shouldn’t.
Join a team that values your dedication and is stepping up to help replace the missing pay in your paycheck.
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Facility: MediLodge of Lansing

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Summary:

The Social Services Worker provides psychosocial support to residents and their families.

Qualifications:

• Education: BSSW, MSSW preferred not needed
• Experience: One year of experience in a long-term care environment.

Job Functions:

• Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
• Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes.
• Coordinates resident visits with outside services, dental, optical, etc.
• Attends and documents resident council meetings.
• Assists resident’s families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process.
• Works with the patient, family, and other team members to plan discharge.
• Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment.
• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.

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