Social Services Worker

Medilodge of Rochester Hills, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Daily/weekly pay options

Job summary

MediLodge of Lansing is seeking a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to residents and families in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes direct intervention, assessments at admission and changes, and care plan documentation, with coordination of external services and family support.

Qualified candidates have a BSSW or MSSW preferred, and at least one year of relevant experience. The team focuses on growth, patient-centered care, and collaborative practice with other

Qualifications

• BSSW or MSSW preferred, not required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychosocial intervention to residents.
• Perform admission, change, and annual psychosocial assessments.
• Develop and update care plans and progress notes.
• Coordinate resident visits with outside services (dental, optical, etc.).
• Attend and document resident council meetings.
• Assist families in coping with placement and illness; support discharge planning.
• Educate staff on psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervise Social Services Assistants and perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Social Work

Psychosocial assessment

Education

BSSW or MSSW

Job 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.

Make the move to an employer that invests in you.

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.

Make the move to an employer that invests in you.

Facility: MediLodge of Lansing

We offer competitive wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

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
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

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

• Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
• Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
• Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes.
• Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
• 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.