Social Service Assistant Long Term Care ( Geriatrics) - Oakwood Care Center

Social Worker Assistant

About Oakwood Care Centers - 

Oakwood Care Centers provides exceptional post–acute rehab and nursing to its patients, residents and families.

Under new ownership, Oakwood Care Center has been infused with clinical and operational enhancements to take our care and service to the next level.

Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, therapists, aides and other healthcare professionals provide personalized and exceptional care that leads to shorter recovery times and more thorough healing for our patients.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assistant with social service programs, evaluate the social needs of each resident admitted and formulate a written plan of care; review and revise plan as necessary, but not often than quarterly; refer residents and families to appropriate community resources, as necessary.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

An Associate degree in Social work or an Associate degree in Human Services Field Preferred.

Experience:

Two year of social work experience working directly with residents in a Long term care, nursing home or health-care setting.

KEY JOB FUNCTION:

• Coordinates and sets up appointments including Dental, Podiatrist, Ophthalmologist, Psychiatrist. • Coordinates and arranges transportation, where applicable.

• Arranges room changes, assist resident/family with adjustment to change.

• Keeps calendar for assessments, meetings and other clerical duties as needed, and schedules meetings for residents, staff, families.

• Assist in facilitating family group meetings and attends IDT meetings.

• Arranges for DME and home services at time of discharge and follows up on residents’ possessions after discharge.

COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

•  Advocate for their residents to ensure that their needs are met and that their rights are protected. Social workers who work in elderly homes should stay up to date with legislative changes and policies that can affect their residents. They are responsible for ensuring that residents are protected from abuse and neglect and should report any suspicion of abuse or neglect to facility administrators and to appropriate regulatory and law enforcement officials.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance & Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Accident coverage, Hospital Indemnity coverage, Critical Illness coverage, Legal and Credit coverage
• As a part of our team, you will receive compensation for your orientation period at the same rate as your base pay
• Monthly Schedules on Mobile App: Stay organized and plan ahead, making it convenient for you to manage your work-life balance.
• On-Demand Payroll Status: Keep track of your earnings effortlessly
• Our mobile app enables you to access your payroll status on demand, providing you with transparency and financial convenience
• Holiday Pay and Overtime Pay: We recognize the importance of holidays and the extra effort you put in during overtime
• You will be eligible for holiday pay and overtime pay, ensuring your dedication is duly rewarded with our already high payrates!
• Professional Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through ongoing training and educational opportunities, fostering career growth
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We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.