Social Worker/Discharge Planner

CareRite Centers, LLC; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a compassionate Social Worker/Discharge Planner for our skilled nursing facility in New York. You will coordinate discharge planning from admission through discharge, participate in daily meetings, and support residents and families to ensure a smooth care experience.

The role emphasizes planning discharges within 48 hours of admission, documenting discharge notes, and collaborating with care teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required; MSW preferred.
• Experience in Social Service office preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of discharge planning and community resources desired.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with EMR systems; PCC and MDS 3.0 experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily morning meetings and weekly UR meetings.
• Gather discharge information within 48 hours of admission.
• Plan and attend discharge care plan meetings and address discharge concerns.
• Document discharge notes in ECS and complete discharge audit forms.
• Assist with annual post- form audit and discharge-related tasks.
• Coordinate care plans and facilitate safe transitions for residents.

Skills

Social work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

MSW preferred

Tools

EMR systems

PCC

MDS 3.0

Job description

Social Worker/Discharge Planner

A well-established Skilled Nursing Facility is seeking a compassionate and driven Social Worker/Discharge Planner to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting residents and their families while ensuring a smooth care experience from admission through discharge.

The position requires attending daily morning meetings, weekly UR meetings, leading, planning and completing all discharges. Gathering discharge information from new skilled patients within 48 hours of admission. Planning and attending discharge care plan meetings, addressing discharge concerns, documenting discharge notes in ECS, completing discharge audit forms, assist with annual post form audit. Social Worker is responsible for addressing the psychosocial needs of residents, coordinating care plans, and facilitating safe and effective transitions. This position plays a key role in enhancing resident quality of life and overall satisfaction.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field (Psychology, Nursing or Care Management); MSW preferred


• Experience in Social Service office preferred, but not required


• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Knowledge of discharge planning and community resources


• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment


• Familiarity with EMR systems; PCC and MDS 3.0 experience a plus

Salary Range: $65,000-$80,000 a year (based on Experience)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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