Social Services Worker

Medilodge of Montrose; Montrose Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Pay Options

Benefits Concierge

Pet Insurance

Education Assistance

401K Retirement Savings

HSA & FSA

Job summary

MediLodge of Montrose provides psychosocial support to residents and families in a long-term care setting. The Social Services Worker conducts admissions assessments, creates care plans, and coordinates services to support residents and their loved ones.

The role requires at least one year in long-term care, licensing as required by the state, and strong teamwork and communication to advocate for residents throughout the care journey.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a long-term care environment.
• Licensing as required by the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
• Creates, reviews and updates care plans and progress notes.
• Coordinates resident visits with outside services such as dental, optical, etc.
• Attends and documents resident council meetings.
• Assists residents' families in coping with skilled nursing placement and discharge planning.
• Works with patient, family and team members to plan discharge.
• Conducts in-service programs to educate staff on psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Psychosocial knowledge

Discharge planning

Resident assessments

Education

BSSW

MSSW preferred

Job description

MediLodge of Montrose
9317 Vienna Rd
Montrose, MI 48457, USA

Description

Social Worker

Facility: MediLodge of Montrose

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.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• 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
• Licenses/Certification: Licensing as required by the state of employment.
• 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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