Social Worker - Complete Care at Wheaton LLC

NOW Hiring: Social Worker

• Pay range: $65,000-75,000 based on experience
• Job type: Full time

Work with a stable, caring team – We're proud to be agency-free, building a reliable and caring team you can grow with.

• Dedicated, consistent team- no agency staff here!
• Rated CMS 5 Star Quality Measures
• Bus stops 10 & C8 drop off at corner of facility
• Work today, get paid today! Complete Care has partnered with DailyPay to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs- we celebrate your committment and hard work!
• Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $2500 per semester, $5,000 annually for eligible full time employees)
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k

Our residents hold a special place as cherished members of our extended family.

As a collective, we take pride in being a sanctuary where individuals in our community can discover compassionate support along their health journey. As a Social Worker on our team, you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of our extended family. In turn, we are dedicated to ensuring our team of caregivers feel the same compassion provided to the residents.

If any part of this message resonates with you, then we want to hear from you at Complete Care at Wheaton.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Resident Assessments and Care Planning:
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of residents' emotional, social, and psychological needs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, review, and update individualized care plans.
• Advocate for resident preferences and ensure that their care needs are being met in accordance with their rights and personal wishes.
2. Counseling and Emotional Support:
• Provide individual and group counseling to residents coping with issues such as adjustment to nursing home life, loss of independence, or chronic illness.
• Offer emotional support to families, including assisting with grief, end-of-life planning, and facilitating difficult conversations regarding care decisions.
3. Crisis Intervention:
• Respond to residents or families in crisis, offering immediate support and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Provide mediation and conflict resolution services, particularly when there are disputes between families, residents, and staff.
4. Discharge Planning:
• Work with the healthcare team to develop comprehensive discharge plans for residents, ensuring they are transitioned smoothly to home care, rehabilitation centers, or other appropriate settings.
• Coordinate with external service providers, such as home health agencies, to facilitate continuity of care
5. Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with regulatory requirements and facility policies.
• Complete required assessments, progress notes, and discharge reports in a timely and professional manner.
6. Advocacy and Resource Coordination:
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and external resources (e.g., community organizations, legal services, and financial advisors).
• Assist with applying for financial assistance programs, including Medicaid, Social Security, and other entitlements.
• Ensure residents and their families are aware of available services, including recreational, spiritual, and community resources.
• Support advance care planning and ensure that residents’ end-of-life wishes are documented and respected.

Social Worker requirements:

• LSW required
• Social work experience in long-term care

Complete Care at Wheaton is an equal opportunity employer.

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