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*FT Social Worker Assistant* needed for large LTC facility with a diverse population serving short term and long term patients. BSW or related degree (social sciences) with geriatric, behavioral health skilled or nursing facility experience preferred. Seeking compassionate and dynamic individual who likes working in a fast paced, busy environment. Responsibilities include an assignment of residents and:

1. Works to ensure that each resident's privacy, dignity and autonomy are protected. Works with other departments and staff to ensure that the resident's experience in the facility is in keeping with his/her needs and preferences and assures maximum attainable quality of life for each resident as much as possible.

2. Provides assistance and support to residents and their families. Assists in new admission in adjustment and on-going transition to SNF life

3. Provides necessary information to resident and families and acts as the advocated and liaison to the team.

4. Initiates and facilities small group meetings with residents and/or families as needed.

5. As part of the interdisciplinary team , duties include assessment, MDS, social histories, patient and family advocacy, progress notes, care planning,and patient guidance and counselling as needed.

6. Works with residents and families on planning for discharge back to the community, or to another environment as dictated by the needs of the resident.

7. Assists residents to access community and governmental services through which the resident will receive assistance upon discharge.

8. Sets up care planning meetings with residents and families.

9. Works with resident and families on planning advanced directive, palliative care and funeral arrangements as needed.

10. Registers and assists director in working with departments on grievances registered by residents and family members.

12. Assists residents with explaining or guiding them to get financial questions or concerns addressed.

13. Acts as a liaison to federal, state and local agencies providing service to the community.

14. Maintains compliance with PASRR regulations and ensures all Level II recommendations are followed and integrated in the residents total plan of care.

15. Assists other residents and families as needed in the absence of the Director.

Reports to Director of Department. We offer a competitive hourly wage and excellent benefits with low cost health insurance in 60 days. Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Highland, NY 12528: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Must be vaccinated for COVID per NYS requirement

License/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location

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