Social Worker

Ascension Living; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employer 403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance option

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Living in Washington, DC is seeking a part-time day Social Worker to support residents in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on patient interviews, case activity documentation, and coordination with families and agencies to ensure adherence to treatment plans.

Ideal candidates hold a Master of Social Work or higher and have multiple years of related experience. A HS diploma with experience, or an Associate/Bachelor's degree is also acceptable, with a preference for MSW.

Qualifications

• Master Social Worker preferred.
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients, assess priorities and document case activity.
• Consult with team managers, statutory and voluntary agencies and patient\'s relatives to ensure compliance with patient\'s treatment plan.
• Assist clients/families with obtaining community assistance by referral to proper resources.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with community health, welfare and social agencies and seek creative means to assist the client with his/her needs.
• Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

Skills

Interviews and documentation

Case management

Community referrals

Safety assessment

Collaboration with teams

Education

HS diploma/GED with 2 yrs exp

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

MSW preferred

Job description

• Interview patients, assess priorities and document case activity.
• Consult with team managers, statutory and voluntary agencies and patient's relatives to ensure compliance with patient's treatment plan.
• Assist clients/families with obtaining community assistance by referral to proper resources.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with community health, welfare and social agencies and seek creative means to assist the client with his/her needs.
• Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Washington, DC
• Facility: Carroll Manor
• Department: Skilled Nursing
• Schedule: Day | Part-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Interview patients, assess priorities and document case activity.
• Consult with team managers, statutory and voluntary agencies and patient's relatives to ensure compliance with patient's treatment plan.
• Assist clients/families with obtaining community assistance by referral to proper resources.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with community health, welfare and social agencies and seek creative means to assist the client with his/her needs.
• Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Master Social Worker, preferred.

Education

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required.

Work Experience

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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