Job Description

Part Time Residential Living Services Social Worker

Flexible Schedule, 20 hours per week

Come Live & Grow - Together!

As a member of the Residential Living Servicesteam, the Social Worker focuses on the emotional and pyscho-social wellness needs of all residents. The Social Worker's role involves acting as a liaison between the residents, family and staff; improving communication and relationships; and acting as an advocate for residents. The Social Worker is essential to providing a "holistic" level of care for the residents.

Social Worker position highlights:

Facilitates resident preadmission assessment, assists residents and families during admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Educates staff members relative to the needs of residents, participates in meetings, and participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.

Coordinates available resources as needed to address the needs of the residents.

Promotes and supports the socialization, spiritual and emotional needs of residents through collaboration with the resident, their families and other personnel.

Assists with and educates residents on entitlement programs and available resources that may be of benefit to the resident.

Bachelor's degree in Social Services or other related field

One year supervised social work experience in health care setting working directly with individuals.

Experience working with geriatric persons or working with dementia residents a plus

Knowledge of HIPPA rules and regulations and of regulations and guidelines governing long-term care

At Living Branches, a community with a 5-star CMS rating, our roots run deep! Our core values put people before profit! If you're looking for a career in a friendly, welcoming place where you can make a difference, come join our team!!

Benefits:

Paid Personal Leave Educational Reimbursement and Scholarships Certifications in dementia strategies, Montessori programs, and other paid trainings Employee holiday and summer parties Employee discount for meals Free membership to onsite fitness center Employee Appreciation Initiatives
Living Branches is an Equal Opportunity Employer that employees over 700 team members and has more than 1,350 residents at three locations in Pennsylvania.

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Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person