Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Social Worker

Pay: 33.50

Location: Flagstaff, AZ

Schedule: 8am-4pm

Position Summary

• Outstanding Service: Provide compassionate and effective support to residents while helping improve their quality of life.

• Continuous Improvement: Participate in meetings, training, and quality improvement initiatives to improve services and efficiency.

• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and staff while sharing knowledge and developing professional skills.

Job Duties:

• Plan, organize, and supervise social services programs and staff.
• Ensure timely completion of resident assessments and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with PASRR and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Assign, review, and evaluate the work of Social Services staff.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and staff supervision.
• Assist with interviewing, selecting, and training staff.
• Coordinate safe and appropriate discharge planning with residents, families, and healthcare providers.
• Monitor required Medicare notices and documentation.
• Coordinate referrals and consultations with healthcare specialists and community resources.
• Advocate for resident rights and assist residents and families with social service needs.
• Maintain a personal caseload and provide case management services.
• Assist with department budgeting and monitor expenditures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, committees, and quality improvement activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Federal and state healthcare regulations and CMS standards
• Social work principles and social services programs
• Geriatric behavioral health and medical conditions
• Community resources and government assistance programs
• Long-term care practices and MDS requirements

Skills in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Counseling and case management
• Resident assessments and care planning
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Staff supervision and management

Ability to:

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate electronic records and documentation
• Handle confidential information professionally
• Work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) REQUIRED
• Active Arizona social work license upon placement
• One year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current required TB screening