Social Services Specialist

The Social Services Specialist is responsible for providing social work services to residents under the supervision of the Licensed Social Worker. This position partners with the care transitions team to support residents and their family members providing general case management and psychosocial and environmental support.

About Us:

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices compassionate healthcare and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now as Minnesotas 8th largest senior living provider we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• Full-Time - 80hrs bi-weekly
• Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm
• Weekdays with Leader on Duty Rotation - 1 weekend per quarter

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $27.00 to $31.00 per hour.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience qualifications and when applicable certifications licenses and education.

Benefits:

• Team members working full-time are eligible for medical dental vision life insurance & disability paid holidays paid time off for Sick & Safe time an Employee Assistance Program 401k with up to 6% match and other well-being resources. Learn more at Job Responsibilities:

  1. Assists in discharge planning including referrals communicating with outside agencies and creating a safe plan with residents and families/caregivers.

  2. Assesses the residents psychosocial needs in the initial admission process as related to nursing home adjustment family involvement behavior issues and any other pertinent emotional needs. Incorporates assessment information into the residents care plan.

  3. Carries out evaluations including family dynamics caregiver abilities and communication patterns neglect or abuse and plan interventions based as findings warrant.

  4. Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care involves the resident and family and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings and assists the team in recognizing the effects of psychosocial stresses. Maintains clinical records on all residents admitted.

  5. Documents psychosocial issues in the multidisciplinary notes in residents charts.

  6. Refers out to appropriate individual and agencies as necessary to deal with emotional behavioral issues (i.e. Chaplain Life Enrichment Psychologist Ombudsman).

  7. Possesses a basic knowledge of the components of the Patient Self - Determination Act and is available to facilitate the completion of these forms as the situation warrants.

  Social Services Specialist Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Two years of social service experience in a health care setting
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to follow all safety rules regulations policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy HIPAA Residents Bill of Rights Universal Precaution AWAIR OSHA Right to know SDS ADA HUD Policy and Procedures Fair Housing laws and regulations

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in social work
  • Licensed Social Worker in good standing in Minnesota
  • Prior experience working with seniors

  Required Experience:

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