What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Work SNF Exp position at SNF Healthcare?
The social worker's role should be:
1.Planning for pre-admission and discharge
2.Providing psycho-social assessment and completion of relevant parts of the minimum data set (particularly face sheets,
sections A, AA, AB, AC, E, F, Q and sometimes B) Utilizing the minimum data set to guide the care plan
3.Is aware of the worth and uniqueness of each individual
4.Treats each individual with respect
5. Creates an atmosphere of growth for the individual
6. Adopts a holistic perspective by recognizing the dynamic interplay of social, psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being
7.Provides a physical environment that is supportive rather than challenging or crippling to the individual
8.Fosters a positive self-image for the residents through continued social contact, decision-making opportunities, and
independence
9. Participating (as a member of an interdisciplinary team) in resident care planning
10 Counseling residents and their families Contacting and utilizing community resources on the resident's behalf and serving as
a link between the resident and these resource systems when necessary
11. Advocating for and protecting resident's rights
12. Ensuring the social and emotional needs of each resident are met
13.Stimulating social contact and interaction
14.Promoting the maximum level of independence of each resident