Social Worker- Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Cliffside Rehabilitation and Residential HCC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job summary

A prominent rehabilitation and residential health care center in New York seeks a dedicated Social Worker who is bilingual in English and Spanish. The role involves assessing and addressing the emotional and social needs of residents, developing individualized care plans, and advocating for residents' rights. Previous experience in healthcare settings is preferred but not required. Join a supportive and collaborative team to make a positive impact in the lives of elderly residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in long-term care or healthcare settings is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess the social, emotional, and environmental needs of residents and their families.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to residents and families.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Compassion

Patience

Job description

At Cliffside Nursing Home, we are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our goal is to ensure that every resident feels valued, respected, and part of a caring community. We are currently looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join our team and make a meaningful impact by offering emotional support, advocating for residents' needs, and guiding families through the complexities of both short-term and long-term care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the social, emotional, and environmental needs of residents and their families.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to residents and families.
• Assist new residents with the transition process and connect families with available resources.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect.
• Help residents access community resources and support services as needed.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of social work interventions and resident progress.
• Participate in care plan meetings and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to social work services.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Previous experience in long-term care or healthcare settings is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Compassion, patience, and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Compensation

• $21–$27 per hour, based on experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly residents and their families, we encourage you to apply. Join our dedicated team at Cliffside Nursing Home and become a valued part of our compassionate community!!

About Cliffside Rehabilitation & Residential Health Care Center

Since 1971, Cliffside has been a leader in providing the highest quality care to our community. Our clinical excellence and state-of-the-art facility are recognized by all the region’s leading hospitals as a preferred provider, delivering the highest quality care. It is our privilege to be awarded, for multiple years, the highest 5-star rating presented by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.