What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Aston Park Health Care Center?
Social Worker – Aston Park Health Care
Sign on Bonus of $10,000 (paid out in increments over 2-year)
Job Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Compensation: - $60,000-$65,000 based on experience/education
Must have a degree in a related field or experience in social work in the long-term senior care
Aston Park is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for our residents and their families. We are seeking a passionate and empathetic Social Worker to join our team and contribute to the well-being of our community.
Position Summary
The Social Worker plays a vital role in advancing the social and psychological welfare of residents and their families. Responsibilities include delivering educational training, acting as a liaison, keeping thorough records, collaborating on care plans, assisting with medical reviews, and supporting other related tasks.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide in-service training on topics such as residents’ rights, advanced directives, and the psychological aspects of aging.
- Serve as a bridge between residents, their families, and facility staff to facilitate communication and support.
- Maintain detailed and comprehensive charting in compliance with CMS, NCDHHS, DFS, and DMA regulations. This includes documenting social history, assessments, care plans, discharge planning, and progress notes.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary care planning meetings to ensure holistic resident care.
- Assist families during medical review procedures and appeals, offering guidance and support throughout the process.
- Attend workshops to keep current with best practices in geriatric care.
- Serve on committees such as the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Committee and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
- Coordinate and facilitate Resident’s Council meetings to promote resident engagement.
- Provide advice and information regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and other welfare programs to both residents and their families.
- Collect and organize details about community health and social services, maintaining an up-to-date resource file for reference.
- Supervise college students completing approved field work assignments, ensuring a supportive and educational environment.
- Maintain regular contact with family members, encouraging their involvement in resident care and providing non-medical updates as appropriate.
- Advocate for residents within the facility ensuring their needs and rights are upheld.
- Participate in required educational programs for ongoing professional development.
- Consistently demonstrate Aston Park’s mission, vision, values, and customer service standards through daily activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall operations of the facility.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, meeting state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Experience: At least one year of experience in long-term care is preferred.
- Skills/Abilities: Possession of relevant specialized knowledge or licenses as required by regulations.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The job duties require:
- Bending, stooping, lifting literature, laptop and other items of up to 30 lbs.
- Ambulatory throughout the location
- Office environment, sitting at desk and in front of computer for extended periods of time.
We look forward to welcoming a motivated professional who is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our residents and their families.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000