Social Worker, Full-time

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Holidays

403(b) match

Fitness center

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Legal services

Home/auto insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are seeking a Social Worker to assess psycho‑social needs of residents, develop social histories, and provide counseling to residents and families. The role supports discharge planning and advocacy, aligning with policy and regulatory standards across units.

The position requires a BA or BSW in Social Work or related field, state social work licensure, and at least two years in geriatric social work.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a BA or BSW degree in Social Work, Psychology or Sociology.
• Licensed by State Board of Social Work.
• Two years of geriatric social work experience.
• Membership in MNH-SWA encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assess psycho-social strengths and needs of residents on the unit.
• Develop and maintain a social history for the resident's medical record.
• Provide intensive and/or continuing counseling to residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning, transfers and room changes.
• Advocate for residents and coordinate with external agencies.
• Complete required documentation including MDS and quarterly summaries.
• Attend and facilitate family and patient care conferences.

Skills

English communication

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA or BSW in Social Work/Psychology/Sociology

Licensed by State Board of Social Work

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Part of a nation wide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities is seeking a Social Worker. This position is accountable for identifying the social, psychological, spiritual and emotional strengths and needs of residents and the provision of services to meet such needs for all residents on assigned units, thus alleviating the trauma associated with nursing home placement. This position has the responsibility for assuring compliance with the Resident’s Bill of Rights, the Patient’s Self-Determination Act as well as meeting the requirements of the State and Federal regulations and facility policies and procedures on a continuing basis. This position cooperates with other facility disciplines in the carrying out of responsibilities and assuring that the needs of the residents are being met in a pleasant working atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psycho-social strengths and needs of residents on the unit to which the social worker is assigned.
• Develop and maintain a social history, which becomes a part of the resident’s permanent medical record.
• Provide intensive and/or continuing counseling services to residents and families on assigned nursing unit during the adjustment period of placement and thereafter as needed.
• Assist in orientation of families to the facility.
• Attend and facilitate family conferences, discharge conferences and patient care conferences.
• Maintain an awareness of community resources.
• Act as a liaison with social, health and community agencies.
• Coordinate discharge planning, transfers and room changes of residents for whom it is appropriate.
• Serve as an advocate for residents, including those instances in which appointment of a legal conservator, guardian, durable power of attorney or trustee is appropriate.
• Complete required documentation, including MDS and quarterly summaries.
• Serve as a member of the admissions committee.
• Participate in other committees and attend meetings, which have a direct impact on quality care for residents.
• Assist as needed in marketing the facility to prospective residents, their families and the community at large.
• Maintain communication and positive working relationships with referral sources.
• Demonstrate an attitude of customer service in all situations.
• Develop and facilitate education/support groups as requested.
• Complete necessary social service paperwork on admission and/or as needed, i.e. PSDA. Residents Bill of Rights, facility policies and electronic submission of MDS data, etc.
• Provide in-service education on PSDA requirements advance directives, resident’s rights, etc.

Ideal Candidate

• Graduate with a BA or BSW degree in the fields of Social Work, Psychology or Sociology.
• Licensed by State Board of Social Work.
• Genuine interest and concern fore senior adults and who supports the overall mission of Covenant Retirement Communities.
• Ability to communicate (written and verbally) in English with residents, families and staff.
• Two years experience in geriatric social work.
• Membership in MNH-SWA is strongly encouraged.
• A warm, outgoing personality who is able to establish and maintain effective relationships, is sensitive to people and their needs, is non-judgmental and able to accept people of all races, cultures, creeds and ethnic groups.
• Ability to promote the continued growth and development of each person to their full potential.
• Ability to organize work and follow through on assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Must be Ability to work within standard policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow all regulatory and corporate policies related to confidentiality of the resident’s medical, financial and personal information.

Compensation

Pay Range: $24.84 - $33.84 per hour

Reasonable Pay Estimate: A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $24.84 - $33.84 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Company Information

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life.

Standards of Behavior

Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed.

Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions.

Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties.

Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives.

We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.