Social Worker (Part Time)

Paramount Care Centers; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly appreciation events

Monthly gift giveaways

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Job summary

Windsor Gardens Care Center is seeking a Social Worker to plan and administer social service programs for residents and families. The role will coordinate discharge planning, assess social needs, and liaise with the care team and external resources to ensure comprehensive support.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field and knowledge of New Jersey regulations. Strong communication and collaboration with families and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field (Sociology, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling).
• Knowledge of New Jersey State social service regulations and required certifications.
• Experience with family assessment and interventions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer social services programs for residents and families.
• Identify residents’ medical-related social needs and provide appropriate services.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Maintain records of social work consultations and services provided.
• Conduct family meetings to discuss care planning and discharge options.
• liaison with residents, families, outside agencies, and staff to protect residents’ rights.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Independent work

Collaboration with treatment team

TB test verification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field

NJ State regulations certifications

Job description

BENEFITS:

• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

ABOUT US:

At King Manor Care Center we are big believers in making work a positive experience and that is why we invest in and give back to our staff. From our weekly “Thankful Thursday” Program to our Monthly Gift Giveaways and various other programs we run there is always something exciting happening.

Join Our team today and have an experience like never before!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for planning and administering social service programs within the facility, in conjunction with the Director of Social Services. He/she assists in developing Windsor Gardens Care Center policies regarding participation in community planning for health and welfare services. The Social Worker plans and assists in research projects and coordinates or assists with the discharge planning and coordination of community resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

• 1 Assists with planning and implementing a comprehensive social services program which provides for counseling and other support services for residents and families in the facility;
• 2 Identifies medical-related social needs of residents, provides appropriate services to meet the individual, as well as collective needs of residents, and maintains records relating to the residents’ social work needs and care;
• 3 Consults with the Director of Social Services and other department heads regarding interdisciplinary issues, as well as maintenance of appropriate records;
• 4 Works directly with residents and families experiencing personal and environmental difficulties or concerns related to the resident’s physical or emotional condition;
• 5 Promotes the preservation of the resident’s physical and mental health and to prevent the occurrence or progression of personal and social problems;
• 6 Maintains a written record of the frequency and nature of the social service consultation and services provided or obtained;
• 7 Evaluates each resident’s social needs then formulates the plan for providing care and records the plan in the resident’s medical record. Periodically re-evaluates in conjunction with the resident’s total plan of care;
• 8 Plans and implements family meetings (upon admission, and every 3 months thereafter) to provide a forum for ongoing discussions between resident/family and treatment team with a primary focus of discharge planning;
• 9 Collects pertinent social data upon admission of each resident and places it in the medical record, including information about the personal and family problems related to the resident’s illness and care, support network, actions taken to meet the resident’s individual needs and eventual discharge to an appropriate level of care based on functional capacity. Pertinent social data shall be made available to the attending physician and other appropriate staff members;
• 10 Acts as a liaison between residents, families, outside agencies, and the facility Administrator to ensure that the resident’s rights are maintained;
• 11 Functions in a manner that adheres to all policies/procedures of the facility, as a representative of the Windsor Gardens Care Center administration;
• 12 Documents and prepares any reports requested by the administration; also councils and provides assistance when change in financial status occurs for residents in the Windsor Gardens Care Center;
• 13 Coordinates discharge planning and assists with the creation of an organized discharge plan on all residents;
• 14 Concerns his/herself with the safety of all facility residents in order to minimize the potential for fire and accidents. Also, ensures that the facility adheres to legal, safety, health, fire and sanitation codes by being familiar with his/her role in carrying out the facilities fire, safety and disaster plans and by being familiar with current MSDS;
• 15 Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• 16 Performs other duties as requested.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/ VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field including, but not limited to, Sociology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling and Psychology.
• Any certifications required by New Jersey State regulations.
• Knowledge of family assessment and interventions is preferred.

JOB SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of all governmental regulations relating to the Social Service Department.
• Ability to work independently, problem solves and makes decisions as necessary.
• Ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Provide annual verification of negative TB skin test.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.