Social Worker

Genesis HealthCare; Dunbar (WV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Free 24/7 virtual health care

On-Demand Pay

Pet Insurance

Short-term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Personal Accident

Critical Illness

Cancer Coverage

Job summary

Genesiscareers seeks a Social Services Specialist in West Virginia to enrich residents' lives by addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs and coordinating services. You will work with patients, families, and the care team to support overall well-being and quality of life.

The role emphasizes NASW-aligned care, compliance with regulations, and collaboration to ensure a comprehensive care plan and effective support services for residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services required.
• Must possess any state certifications/licensures to practice in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote patient rights and well-being.
• Develop an interdisciplinary plan of care to address social service needs.
• Hold meetings with patients, families, and significant others to provide support and information.
• Perform discharge planning and referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Maintain relationships and referral flow with community-based services.

Skills

Social work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

Job description

Overview

WV Social Work License is Required

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Enrich lives as a nursing center Social Services Specialist where you will work with patients/residents and their family members/significant others to identify strengths, social, emotional, and mental health needs and then obtain services to meet those needs. The goal is to provide patients/residents with the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life. Services are provided in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and standards of care.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote and protect patient/resident rights and well-being. This includes educating staff on the role of social services.
• Participate in the development of a written, interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient/resident to address social service needs.
• Hold meetings with patients/residents, families, and significant others as requested and to provide support and information to improve quality of life.
• Perform patient/resident discharge planning activities such as family/patient education, nursing center documentation and make referrals to appropriate agencies and suppliers.
• Establish relationships and maintain contact and referral flow with community-based agencies/services that benefit our patient/resident population.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field required.
• Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to practice in long-term care.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned
• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage
• Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $24.00 - USD $26.00 /Hr.