Social Worker – Geriatric Care & Discharge Planning (FT)

CareOne; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Dental plans

Vision Plan

Teladoc accessibility

Job summary

CareOne at Valley in Westwood, NJ seeks a Social Worker to join an interdisciplinary team. This full-time role involves assessing residents’ psychosocial needs, coordinating care plans, and supporting families through discharge planning and referrals.

Requires a Master’s in Social Work and CSW/LSW credential with at least 1 year of experience, preferably in long-term care. Salary ranges from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• CSW or LSW credential within the state of operation.
• 1 year of Social Work experience.
• Long term care / skilled nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning with the team.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for residents’ psychosocial needs.
• Maintain resident records per policy with quarterly updates.
• Conduct initial assessments of psychosocial needs and document accordingly.
• Develop social work component of the care plan with defined goals.
• Coordinate discharge planning and family involvement in care decisions.
• Assist with admissions and referrals to area services.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Therapeutic intervention

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

CSW or LSW credential

Job description

CareOne at Valley in Westwood, NJ seeks a Social Worker to join an interdisciplinary team. This full-time role involves assessing residents’ psychosocial needs, coordinating care plans, and supporting families through discharge planning and referrals.

Requires a Master’s in Social Work and CSW/LSW credential with at least 1 year of experience, preferably in long-term care. Salary ranges from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits.