Skilled Nursing Social Worker

BLUE PALMS HEALTH & REHAB CENTER AT FLETCHER IS CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A STRONG SOCIAL WORKER. NEW MANAGEMENT, COMPETITIVE WAGES, FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES AND EXCELLENT BENEFITS!!! We are a skilled nursing facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, and dignity. It is also a great working environment for the staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team! The Social Worker is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the Social Services Department designed to meet and assist residents in attaining or maintaining their highest practicable well-being. This includesidentifying the need for medically related social services and ensuring that these services are provided in accordance with State and Federal regulations. The Social Worker will complete the completion of the social services component of the comprehensive assessment. The Social worker will also contribute to contribution of social services goals and approaches to the comprehensive care plan. These goals and interventions will be individualized to match the skills, abilities, and interests/preferences of each resident in compliance with Federal and State regulations, to include identifying and promoting individualized, non-pharmacological approaches to care that meet the mental and psychosocial needs of each resident. Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer. Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fletcher