Social Worker

SNF Healthcare; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SNF Healthcare in New Jersey is seeking a social worker to support residents through planning for pre-admission and discharge, and to conduct psycho-social assessments using the minimum data set to guide care plans.

The role emphasizes respect for each resident, a holistic view of well-being, and active participation in interdisciplinary care planning to enhance residents' social, emotional, and independence goals.

Responsibilities

• Plan for pre-admission and discharge
• Provide psycho-social assessment and complete relevant parts of the minimum data set
• Engage with residents and families to support care planning
• Participate in resident care planning as a member of the interdisciplinary team
• Advocate for and protect residents' rights
• Promote independence and social interaction among residents

Job description

SNF Healthcare -

The social worker's role should be:

1.Planning for pre-admission and discharge

2.Providing psycho-social assessment and completion of relevant parts of the minimum data set (particularly face sheets,

sections A, AA, AB, AC, E, F, Q and sometimes B) Utilizing the minimum data set to guide the care plan

3.Is aware of the worth and uniqueness of each individual

4.Treats each individual with respect

5. Creates an atmosphere of growth for the individual

6. Adopts a holistic perspective by recognizing the dynamic interplay of social, psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being

7.Provides a physical environment that is supportive rather than challenging or crippling to the individual

8.Fosters a positive self-image for the residents through continued social contact, decision-making opportunities, and

independence

9. Participating (as a member of an interdisciplinary team) in resident care planning

10 Counseling residents and their families Contacting and utilizing community resources on the resident's behalf and serving as

a link between the resident and these resource systems when necessary

11. Advocating for and protecting resident's rights

12. Ensuring the social and emotional needs of each resident are met

13.Stimulating social contact and interaction

14.Promoting the maximum level of independence of each resident