What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Social Worker position at Outfield Healthcare Partners?
At Outfield Healthcare Partners, we are committed to resident-centered care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Services Designee / Social Worker to support the psychosocial well-being of our residents in a skilled nursing setting.
Job Type
Full-Time
Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
The Social Services Designee is responsible for fostering a supportive, respectful environment that enables residents to maintain individuality, independence, and dignity. This role focuses on identifying and addressing residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and the NASW Code of Ethics.
Key Responsibilities
Outfield Healthcare Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all employees and applicants.
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If you are passionate about advocating for residents and making a meaningful impact in long-term care, we encourage you to apply today.
Job Type
Full-Time
Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
- 401(k)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
The Social Services Designee is responsible for fostering a supportive, respectful environment that enables residents to maintain individuality, independence, and dignity. This role focuses on identifying and addressing residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and the NASW Code of Ethics.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete social histories and psychosocial assessments for each resident
- Accurately complete and utilize MDS sections to guide care planning
- Maintain thorough, timely documentation in compliance with regulations and company policy, including:
- Care plans
- Progress notes
- Behavior tracking
- PASARR and discharge planning
- Advance directives and psych service documentation
- Advocate for resident rights and support self-determination
- Educate residents and families on care options and alternatives
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Monitor and document cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial changes
- Certified, licensed, or registered in the state of practice (required)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related human services field (required)
- Sociology, Psychology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or similar
- 1 year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare or geriatric setting
- Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred
Outfield Healthcare Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all employees and applicants.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about advocating for residents and making a meaningful impact in long-term care, we encourage you to apply today.