Social Worker, Mental Health

Social Worker

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(LONG TERM CARE), (SHORT TERM REHAB), (SKILLED NURSING), (SUB-ACUTE CARE).

Social Worker - Cresskill, NJ
Salary Range - $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

The Social Worker is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Participate in an interdisciplinary team approach to better serve the needs of the Center population.
• Provide therapeutic intervention to help residents cope with the social and psychological aspects of their illnesses, impairments, or disabilities as well as their feelings about institutionalization and separation from family, community, physical and emotional loss.
• Maintain written documentation in the resident medical record per the company's policy.
• Perform an initial evaluation/assessment of each resident's psychosocial needs to be placed on the medical record. Written documentation at least quarterly is required for each resident.
• Short term residents require ongoing written documentation.
• Develop social service component of the resident's plan of care identifying specific problems, goals and approaches.
• Participate in and coordinate per the company's policy interdisciplinary care planning conferences at the time of admission and at the required intervals, thereafter in order to assist develop and revise the overall plan of care for residents.
• Ensure and document that residents and/or families have input into the care‑planning process.
• Act as a liaison between residents, families and outside agencies and the Center Administrator to ensure the resident rights are maintained and upheld.
• Responsible for conducting family meetings as needed i.e. new admission group meetings, support group, family and friends council.
• Facilitate discharge planning including the development of an organized discharge plan for all residents.
• Concern self with the safety of all Center customers in order to minimize the potential for fire and accidents.
• Coordinate admissions to the facility through generating referrals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with area referral sources.
• Verify insurance coverage through computer systems or verbal authorization.
• Conduct tours of the facility for all outside interested parties.

Position Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or a human services field.
• Possess a CSW or LSW within the state of operations.
• 1 year of Social Work Experience.
• Long‑term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.

About Us

The Care One mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to maximizing patient outcomes. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our Centers and Communities. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for residents, families and our valued employees.

We are proud to offer the following benefits to part‑time (22.5+ hours/week) and full‑time employees:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
  • Multiple Medical Plans
    • Including Pharmacy
    • Including Teladoc
  • Multiple Dental Plans
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account (eligibility restrictions apply)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D
  • Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Medicare Employee Assistance
• Legal Plan
• Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees)
• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation
  • Sick Plans in accordance with state laws
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We have built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. We have a graciously appointed facility with strong belief in patient care and service; join us at our beautiful facility!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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