Social Worker - Skilled Nursing & Discharge Planning

CareRite Centers; Village of Suffern (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Perks and Discount Programs

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

The Willows at Ramapo Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. This full-time role focuses on addressing residents’ psychosocial needs, discharge planning, and collaboration with the care team to support residents and families.

You will work in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting, coordinating care plans, providing counseling, and connecting residents with community resources.

Qualifications

• BSW required; MSW preferred.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; knowledge of discharge planning and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ social, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Develop and maintain individualized care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Assist residents and families with community resources, home care services, and discharge arrangements.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and families.
• Advocate for resident rights and overall well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with facility policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administrative teams to support quality resident care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Multitasking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

MSW preferred

Tools

PCC

MDS 3.0

Job description

The Willows at Ramapo Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. This full-time role focuses on addressing residents’ psychosocial needs, discharge planning, and collaboration with the care team to support residents and families.

You will work in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting, coordinating care plans, providing counseling, and connecting residents with community resources.