Social Worker

Social Worker

Aston Park Health Care Center, Inc - Asheville, NC 28806

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Travel Percentage None

Sign on Bonus of $10,000 (paid out in increments over 2-year)

Job Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)

Compensation: - $60,000-$65,000 based on experience/education

Must have a degree in a related field or experience in social work in the long-term senior care

Aston Park is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for our residents and their families. We are seeking a passionate and empathetic Social Worker to join our team and contribute to the well-being of our community.

Position Summary

The Social Worker plays a vital role in advancing the social and psychological welfare of residents and their families. Responsibilities include delivering educational training, acting as a liaison, keeping thorough records, collaborating on care plans, assisting with medical reviews, and supporting other related tasks.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide in-service training on topics such as residents' rights, advanced directives, and the psychological aspects of aging.
• Serve as a bridge between residents, their families, and facility staff to facilitate communication and support.
• Maintain detailed and comprehensive charting in compliance with CMS, NCDHHS, DFS, and DMA regulations. This includes documenting social history, assessments, care plans, discharge planning, and progress notes.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary care planning meetings to ensure holistic resident care.
• Assist families during medical review procedures and appeals, offering guidance and support throughout the process.
• Attend workshops to keep current with best practices in geriatric care.
• Serve on committees such as the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Committee and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
• Coordinate and facilitate Resident's Council meetings to promote resident engagement.
• Provide advice and information regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and other welfare programs to both residents and their families.
• Collect and organize details about community health and social services, maintaining an up-to-date resource file for reference.
• Supervise college students completing approved field work assignments, ensuring a supportive and educational environment.
• Maintain regular contact with family members, encouraging their involvement in resident care and providing non-medical updates as appropriate.
• Advocate for residents within the facility ensuring their needs and rights are upheld.
• Participate in required educational programs for ongoing professional development.
• Consistently demonstrate Aston Park's mission, vision, values, and customer service standards through daily activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall operations of the facility.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, meeting state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Experience: At least one year of experience in long-term care is preferred.
• Skills/Abilities: Possession of relevant specialized knowledge or licenses as required by regulations.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The job duties require:

1. Bending, stooping, lifting literature, laptop and other items of up to 30 lbs.
2. Ambulatory throughout the location
3. Office environment, sitting at desk and in front of computer for extended periods of time.

We look forward to welcoming a motivated professional who is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our residents and their families.