What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at HELLENIC WOMENS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION INC?
- Participates in the formation of the total care plan for each resident based on medical, nursing and psycho-social needs of the resident. Resident and family are involved to the extent feasible in formulating the plan
- May document pre-admission activities in the clinical record or each new admission (ie, pre-admission facility tours, interview, etc.)
- Completes all documentation in compliance with State and Federal regulations (ie, initial psycho-social assessment, life history; quarterly progress notes, annual psycho-social assessments, quarterly care plans, MDS, discharge notes, progress notes, etc)
- Shortly after admission, develops the social service evaluation for the clinical record, to include the resident’s social history, social and emotional need of the resident, working goals and treatment plan
- Assists resident with adjustment to facility at the time of admission and throughout placement
- Liaisons with family members and responsible parties
- Assists residents, family members and responsible parties with Mass Health applications
- Completes level of care for Mass Health applications in process
- Assists with monitoring of PSAAR screens for Department of Mental Health & Mental Retardation
Prerequisites:
1. Must be licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
2. Must have at least a BA in Social work or other related discipline from an accredited University
3. At least two (2) years experience as a social worker required with experience in a health care setting preferred
4. Process working knowledge of state and federal programs and regulations affecting nursing homes preferred. Possess general knowledge of community health and social services preferred
Salary : $45