Social Worker, Patient​/Health Advocate

Salary

$24.61 / hr - $30.68 / hr

Location: Elderwood at Burlington

98 Starr Farm Road

Burlington, Vermont 05408

Pay: $24.61/hr – $30.68/hr (based on experience)

At Elderwood at Burlington
, our mission is simple:
People Caring for People.

Guided by our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, we are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care while fostering a supportive and meaningful work environment for our team.

As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting residents and families through some of life’s most important transitions—helping ensure dignity, emotional well-being, and connection throughout their stay in our care.

If you are passionate about advocacy, meaningful relationships, and improving quality of life for older adults, we invite you to join our interdisciplinary team.

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• Gas Allowance Stipend and Ferry Reimbursement for qualifying commuters
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and supplemental benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and holiday package
• Tuition assistance programs
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

Elderwood at Burlington is a 150-bed skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation facility located in Burlington, Vermont. We provide comprehensive skilled nursing care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services including orthopedic rehabilitation, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Specialty programs include palliative care, respite care, and wound care, allowing us to support a wide range of resident needs with compassion and clinical excellence.

As a Social Worker, you will support residents and their families by assessing psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs and connecting them with appropriate services and resources. You will serve as an advocate and key member of the interdisciplinary care team, helping ensure each resident’s care plan supports dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

This role involves meaningful engagement with residents throughout their entire care journey—from admission through discharge—ensuring they feel supported, heard, and empowered.

• Welcome and support residents and families during the admission process
• Assess psychosocial, emotional, and support needs of residents
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care
• Complete required documentation, including admission and discharge forms (including SCREEN when applicable)
• Provide counseling, emotional support, and resource referrals to residents and families
• Advocate for resident rights, dignity, and quality of life
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and clinical teams to support resident needs
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
• Participate in departmental meetings, training, and in-service programs

• Compassionate, empathetic, and resident-focused
• A strong advocate for dignity, rights, and quality of life
• Comfortable supporting individuals and families through emotional transitions
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Organized, reliable, and detail-focused
• Able to remain grounded in sensitive or complex situations

At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People. In this role, you will be a trusted advocate and support system—helping residents and families navigate care with dignity, compassion, and confidence.

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