Float Social Worker
Apple Rehab · Shelton, United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
Float Social Worker
Job Summary:
Gardner Heights Health Care Center, a 110-bed skilled nursing community located in Shelton, Connecticut, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Float Social Worker to join our dynamic team of three Shelton skilled nursing communities (Gardner Heights, Shelton Lakes and Hewitt). As a Float Social Worker, you will play a vital role in implementing and documenting plans of care related to residents' social/emotional needs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring excellent resident care outcomes. This role is in addition to the three full time Social Workers stationed at each location. This is a full time benefit eligible position scheduled at 32 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and compassionate professional looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply to this Float Social Worker position at Gardner Heights Health Care Center.
Job Summary:
Gardner Heights Health Care Center, a 110-bed skilled nursing community located in Shelton, Connecticut, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Float Social Worker to join our dynamic team of three Shelton skilled nursing communities (Gardner Heights, Shelton Lakes and Hewitt). As a Float Social Worker, you will play a vital role in implementing and documenting plans of care related to residents' social/emotional needs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring excellent resident care outcomes. This role is in addition to the three full time Social Workers stationed at each location. This is a full time benefit eligible position scheduled at 32 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Implement and document plans of care related to residents' social/emotional needs in the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with nursing, MDS, and rehabilitation departments to facilitate discharge plans for residents
- Inform and educate staff, residents, families, and responsible parties of residents' personal and property rights, as well as their rights related to health services
- Maintain updated resources for residents and families regarding community resources and services
- Investigate reported concerns, assist in resolving them, and ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation
- Provide timely referrals to appropriate agencies for assistance to residents and families
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited program in Social Work or related field
- Previous experience in a long-term care facility, preferably with knowledge of current Requirements of Participation regulations
- Knowledge of admissions and discharge procedures, as well as residents' rights and documentation requirements
- Attention to detail, good follow-through skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Innovative and able to find creative ways to serve the variety of resident needs
- Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license
- Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team
- Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward residents and their support networks
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to communicate with residents, staff, and family members in a professional manner
- Attractive benefit package for employees of 30 hours or greater, including:
- Scholarships and career growth opportunities
- 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance Benefits
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Program
- Longevity Credit
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and compassionate professional looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply to this Float Social Worker position at Gardner Heights Health Care Center.
Details
| Company | Apple Rehab |
| Location | Shelton, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |