What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Lutheran SeniorLife?
Overview
Social Worker- $4,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).
Full-Time, Daylight shift; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Social Worker rates start at $21.40 per hour.
Zelienople, PA
Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community-based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania. Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.
Passavant Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community where residents can receive as little or as much care as they need. Become part of a team that values, respects, and appreciates compassionate, person-centered care. Pursue a deeply rewarding career in a beautiful community with a great work culture and daily opportunities to build relationships. Find joy knowing you can thrive while making a lasting difference in the lives of older adults.
Social Worker serves as an advocate to the Resident in a person center directed culture. The social worker is a part of the interdisciplinary team, responsible for identifying and developing care plans that address the psycho-social needs of the resident/patient. For assigned residents/patients, insure appropriate care plans, act as resident/patient advocate, staff education as appropriate. Develop goals for residents/patients and work with residents/patients to achieve these goals. Acts as liaison and provides educational support to residents/patients and their families.
Qualifications
Social Worker qualifications include:
- Current License under the Social Workers, Marriage and Family therapists and Professional Counselors Act, or a Bachelors, masters or doctoral degree from an accredited school or program in social work or social welfare.
- 1 year experience in health or related field.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Benefits
Lutheran SeniorLife offers a variety of benefits to employees and their families, as applicable, including but not limited to:*based on employment status*
• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) health benefits solution. ICHRA provides larger flexibility and customization in medical plan options while still providing the tax benefits of a group plan.• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability plans.• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates, including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options• Employer-sponsored child care benefits.• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer-sponsored retirement savings plan• FSA availability, depending on the individual health plan selected• Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs• Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement for Eligible Employees• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program
Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.
Typical Work Hours
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Shift
Daylight