Social Worker

Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Cortland, NY is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our 200-bed facility. You will provide essential social work services, support residents in adjusting to illnesses and placements, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to plan care and discharges.

The ideal candidate has strong counseling and discharge planning skills, knowledge of MDS 3.0, and a commitment to resident-centered care and advocacy for families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Experience in discharge planning and case management preferred.
• Strong counseling and communication skills; ability to work with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services and advocacy to residents.
• Maintain information on community resources for resident care.
• Communicate with families about health changes and discharge plans.
• Participate in resident rights and care planning processes.
• Coordinate transfers to appropriate levels of medical care.
• Assist with adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items.

Skills

Social work

Discharge planning

Counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

MDS 3.0 system

MOLST knowledge

Job description

Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center -

Social Worker -Full-time

$27-$32/HR

Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

A home away from home for our residents.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team at Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a 200-bed Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility located in Cortland, New York. As a Social Worker, you will provide essential social work services, support, and advocacy to our residents, assisting them in their adjustment to their illnesses, disabilities, and placements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide social work services, support, and advocacy to residents to assist them in their adjustment to their illnesses, disabilities, and placements
• Maintain information on community and health resources that can be utilized during the resident's care
• Maintain contact with families to report on changes in health condition and for discharge planning
• Participate in the development and implementation of and adherence to the rights and responsibilities of residents
• Participate in the process of transferring residents to appropriate levels of medical care
• Make arrangements for obtaining needed adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items
• Assist residents and families in making decisions about healthcare issues
• Monitor room changes, records, and assist through the process
• Participate in all resident care plan conferencing to ensure attention to emotional/social needs of all residents and help define treatment goals
• Provide individual counseling for residents and assist with difficult emotional issues and problem-solving
• Maintain continual communication with the interdisciplinary team regarding resident medical, behavioral, and emotional needs
• Work seamlessly with the interdisciplinary team on daily admissions and discharges

Performance Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements:

• Working knowledge of the practices and procedures of social case work and of the social factors related to disease and disability
• Discharge Planning and Advanced Directives (MOLST form)
• Knowledge and understanding of MDS 3.0
• Skilled interviewing techniques
• Ability to organize work effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Sensitivity to the reaction of others
• Good observation skills
• Ability to develop care plans, complete paperwork, and regular assessments
• Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, or closely related field, or equivalent work experience

About Us:

Crown Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 200-bed skilled nursing facility located in Cortland, NY. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere of resident-centered care, with a focus on exceeding our residents' expectations.