Social Worker

Solaris healthcare; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement

Great Work Environment

Job summary

Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake in Apopka, FL seeks a Social Services Assistant to admit patients, coordinate center services, and advocate for patient rights. The role involves discharge planning and collaboration with families and staff within a long-term care setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a preferred degree in psychology or social work, and experience in senior care. This position contributes to a patient-centered care approach and complies with AHCA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or social work preferred (experience can substitute for preferred degree)
• 1-year experience in a senior care setting
• Experience in a long term care facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Admit patients to center, following policies and procedures outlined by State, Federal, and Company guidelines.
• Establish and maintain a waiting list, ensuring that applicable State, Federal and Company policies are followed.
• Participate in room assignments, ensuring that patients, families and all departments are informed.
• Ensure that all records required to be filled out are done so completely, legibly, and in a timely fashion.
• Be able to prepare for and participate in multidisciplinary Patient Care Planning Conferences.
• Act as Ombudsman, informing patient and family of patient’s rights and privileges.
• Keep accurate records of complaints, and report complaints and suggested remedies to the administrator.
• Perform case work with patients and families, consisting of basic counseling, arranging for transportation, encouraging family participation, and others as necessary to meet patients’ needs.
• Upon admission and throughout stay, coordinate information which will enable patient to be discharged at medically appropriate time.
• Provide information to other facilities with whom there is a Transfer Agreement on discharge.
• Participate in Utilization Review meetings.
• Be aware of community resources, and be able to refer appropriate patients to those resources.
• Develop programs for presentation to various groups regarding nursing home services and/or other marketing related aspects as designated by administrator.
• Participate in continuing education programs available, with consent of administrator.
• Participate in center's quality assurance program.

Job description

At Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake, located at 3355 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703, we understand that a significant change in health can be challenging. That’s why our mission is to provide top-quality care that helps our residents move forward and resume their normal way of life.

We believe that who we are and what we stand for is evident in our name. At Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake, we strive to care for each resident like family, recognizing that compassionate, personalized care can achieve limitless possibilities. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to supporting and uplifting our residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care to lead fulfilling lives. Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day!

Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – join the spirited KARE KREWE of Forest Lake!

You’ll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:

• Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)
• Daily Pay - get paid when YOU want
• 401k with Company Match - plan of your future
• Generous PTO, Holidays & Sick Time - we value work life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement - invest in your growth
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage - peace of mind for you & your family
• Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs - we’ve got your covered
• Wonderschool Concierge Services - childcare made simple
• Shift Differentials up to $2 an hour depending on location, position & shift!

Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success!

This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.

https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake is seeking a full-time Social Services Assistant.

We are located at 3355 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703.

WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANTS:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement
• Great Work Environment

SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or social work preferred (experience can substitute for preferred degree)
• 1-year experience in a senior care setting
• Experience in a long term care facility is a plus.

General Description

This position is responsible for the admission of patients to the center and coordinates center services to fulfill patients’ basic psychosocial needs as well as arranging for the discharge of the patient at the appropriate time. Serves as center ombudsman.

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university, preferably BSW or related social service field
2. Experience in dealing with people in crisis is preferable
3. Knowledge of casework process, needs of geriatric patients, medical settings, working knowledge of social and health resources of community, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, and insurances
4. Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibility efficiently and effectively
5. Proficiency in standard English

Responsibilities:

1. Admit patients to center, following policies and procedures outlined by State, Federal, and Company guidelines.
2. Establish and maintain a waiting list, ensuring that applicable State, Federal and Company policies are followed.
3. Participate in room assignments, ensuring that patients, families and all departments are informed.
4. Ensure that all records required to be filled out are done so completely, legibly, and in a timely fashion.
5. Be able to prepare for and participate in multidisciplinary Patient Care Planning Conferences.
6. Act as Ombudsman, informing patient and family of patient’s rights and privileges.
7. Keep accurate records of complaints, and report complaints and suggested remedies to the administrator.
8. Perform case work with patients and families, consisting of basic counseling, arranging for transportation, encouraging family participation, and others as necessary to meet patients’ needs.
9. Upon admission and throughout stay, coordinate information which will enable patient to be discharged at medically appropriate time.
10. Provide information to other facilities with whom there is a Transfer Agreement on discharge.
11. Participate in Utilization Review meetings.
12. Be aware of community resources, and be able to refer appropriate patients to those resources.
13. Develop programs for presentation to various groups regarding nursing home services and/or other marketing related aspects as designated by administrator.
14. Participate in continuing education programs available, with consent of administrator.
15. Participate in center's quality assurance program.