Education Caseworker

The Social Worker plans, organizes, develops, and implements Social Services programs to ensure all medically-related emotional and social needs of patients are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Reports to Social Services Director.
Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications

Bachelor's degree in a human services field (which may include gerontology) if working in a facility with 120 or more beds (see State law)
Two (2) years' experience in health-care social work preferred
Knowledgeable of social services practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing social services functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the social services department
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Plan, organize, develop, and implement social services program that meets the medically-related social and emotional needs of patients as well as State, Federal, corporate, and division guidelines
Assist patients and families through education, financial planning assistance, liaison with community agencies, etc.
Follow-up to evaluate compliance with social services programs and patient plans
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs