Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is a center of excellence in providing a continuum of care. This includes the Frank Residences, offering luxurious assisted living and memory care services; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, featuring long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and an acute psychiatric unit specialized in mental healthcare for older adults over age 55; and the Jewish Home and Senior Living Foundation.

Grounded in the Jewish values of excellence, compassion, and community, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living—fondly referred to in the past as “the Jewish Home”—was founded in 1871. Today, more than 150 years later, we continue to build upon our legacy of enriching the lives of older adults through compassionate care and a steadfast commitment to excellence. We are proud to foster a culture of inclusion and to employ individuals from all backgrounds and belief systems who share our dedication to serving older adults with respect and excellence.

Why work with us

• Mission-driven nonprofit organization rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults every day
• Inclusive community, we welcome employees of all backgrounds, faiths, and identities (you do not need to be Jewish to work here)
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Collaborative leadership is committed to strengthening our workplace and care experience

POSITION SUMMARY
As an MDS Social Worker, you will provide assessment services, ensure compliance with documentation requirements, and function as a member of the interdisciplinary team. You will support patient care through completion of MDS assessments and collaboration with clinical teams, while also serving as a backup to Transitional Care Coordinators within the Jewish Home & Rehab Center short-term rehabilitation units.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines.
• Support Transitional Care Coordinators in discharge planning, acting as a liaison between patients, families, internal departments, and community referral partners.
• Assist patients and families in accessing concrete services and resources.
• Respond to crisis situations involving patients, families, and staff.
• Provide referrals for individual counseling services as part of the assessment process.
• Participate in the development of patient care plans, including establishing goals and treatment interventions for social services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with federal and state regulations and organizational policies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DETAILS
• Pay Rate: $30 per hour
• Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Shift Schedule: Day
• Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
• Working Days: Monday - Friday

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with patients, families, and team members.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to make independent decisions and maintain accuracy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry.
• Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles over time without fatigue.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit, and reach.
• Fine motor skills with good visual and auditory acuity.

Our investment in you.

• Full Benefits(Medical, Dental, & Vision), 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter Benefits, Weekday Shuttle Services to and from Glen Park Station.

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living is committed to employing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.