What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker position at Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home?
The LCSW will:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for social services based on accepted standards of practice.
- Manages and coordinates case management, treatment, referred counseling, and follow-up services for residents.
- Provides coordination and oversight for the social services department.
- Conducts training for professional staff regarding psychosocial intervention strategies.
- Conducts risk assessments and evaluation of residents and provides appropriate intervention and/or referrals.
- Completes a written psychosocial assessment of each resident upon admission and annually thereafter.
- Performs Baker Acts and attends Family Counsel, Family Support, Resident Counsel, Department Head, QA, Safety and Clinical meetings.
- Develops and maintains a list of residents on psychotropic medication and/or having current or past mental health diagnosis.
- Monitors participation of the veteran residents in programs/services designed to meet psychosocial, mental, and emotional needs of the veteran.
- Provides, develops, and/or aids in accessing services to meet resident needs.
- Enables residents to maximize their individuality, well-being, quality of life, independence, and dignity.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team meetings to develop a care plan.
- Participates in other committees and works to identify and develop resources to meet psychosocial needs of residents.
- Conducts group and individual therapy sessions as needed.
- Backs-up admissions to help maintain 99 percent occupancy.
- Performs off-site visits to Vets as requested by the NHA.
- The incumbent will lead monthly support groups, family council meetings and quarterly memorial services.
- Responsible for selection and orientation of new personnel.
- Schedules, monitors, and coordinates work assignments.
- Prepares and presents performance standards and appraisals in accordance with Career Service Personnel Rules.
- Perform duties to assist Admission Coordinator when needed, i.e., screening, tours, and sight visits.
- Position will back-up Admissions Department for the pre-admission process and post-admission psychosocial care.
Pay: $33.83 - $43.97 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34 - $44