Social Worker

Overview Arbor Springs is a 56-bed Senior Living Community located in Des Moines, IA. Arbor Springs provides a serene setting and compassionate care to our senior living and memory care residents. At Arbor Springs we are dedicated to Enhancing Quality of Life. The Arbor Springs Resident Care Team is devoted to providing innovative and exceptional care in a safe and therapeutic environment. Above all, we truly value that both the resident and our staff are treated with dignity and respect, always going that extra mile to ensure a positive environment. So, do you have what it takes to become part of a team dedicated to enhancing quality of life? General Purpose To assist the Director of Social Services in acting as a liaison and representative of the residents’ social interests and to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards governing the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to ensure that the medically-related emotional and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis. Montessori As a Montessori-Inspired Living® community, our employees will treat all with dignity, equality, and respect. Our Employees will follow the Lifestyle Pledge and Principals daily. Members of our team Enjoy: Working with a highly engaged staff Healthy staffing levels Flexible scheduling Career growth Competitive compensation Qualifications Must be registered as a Certified Social Worker in good standing or in training to satisfactorily complete the requirements to become a Certified Social Worker. Must be at least 18 years of age Completion of secondary education at an approved school of Social Work Must read, write, speak and understand English Previous experience or completion of appropriate training program. Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly #J-18808-Ljbffr