Berkshire Place Nursing in Providence, RI is in search for a dynamic and experienced Social Worker to join the social services division in our local skilled nursing facility.

We are a leading nursing home dedicated to improving the lives of residents and their families through social work, advocacy, and support services. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, we are seeking a strong member to join our team as a Social Worker.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF SOCIAL WORKER:

• Facilitating serious illness/goals of care discussion with the patient and family
• Developing collaborative care plan goals with the patient and family
• Providing solution-focused case management
• Providing brief therapeutic interventions to patient and family
• Navigating community resources and developing community partnerships to improve access to care and ease of systems navigation
• Work with residents, families, significant others, and staff to provide support, information, and organization for taking a more proactive role in self-advocacy to improve the quality of life/care for individual residents and those who live and work within the nursing home and the community at large.

QUALIFICATIONS OF SOCIAL WORKER:

• Bachelors Degree in Social Work
• Meet all state certification and licensing requirements
• Minimum of one year of social work experience (internship not included)
• Minimum of one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting

EEOC

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status