Social Worker -Skilled Nursing - Buckingham Senior Living

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our skilled nursing team. The Social Worker will play a crucial role in supporting our residents' emotional, mental, and social well-being. This position involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, engaging with residents and their families, and facilitating access to necessary resources and services to enhance the quality of life for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

 **Assessment and Evaluation**: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and establish individual care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

  **Counseling and Support**: Provide individual and group counseling to residents and their families, addressing issues such as adjustment to illness, grief and loss, and transition to skilled nursing care.

**Resource Coordination**: Connect residents and families with community resources, support services, and programs that enhance their quality of life and address specific social, economic, or emotional needs.

 **Crisis Intervention**: Respond to crisis situations as they arise, providing immediate support and intervention to residents and families, and coordinating with appropriate healthcare providers.

**Family Support and Education**: Offer guidance and education to families regarding residents' conditions, care plans, and available support services.

 **Documentation**: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.

**Discharge Planning**: Participate actively in discharge planning by coordinating post-discharge services and support for residents transitioning to home or other care settings.

 **Team Collaboration**: Work closely with nursing staff, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care that addresses the holistic needs of residents.

 **Advocacy**: Advocate for residents’ rights and needs, promoting their dignity and autonomy within the care setting.

 **Training and Development**: Participate in staff training and development programs to enhance social services practices and improve resident care.

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Qualifications:

 **Education**: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.

 **Experience**: Previous experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

 **Licensure**: Current licensure as a Social Worker (LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent) in the state of Texas.

 **Skills**:

  - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  - Empathy and compassion for residents and families.

  - Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

  - Knowledge of community resources and referral processes.

  - Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

  - Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office Suite.

#### Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Health, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid time off and holidays

- Retirement plans

- Continuing education opportunities

- Supportive work environment

Other position expectations:

• Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Responds promptly to resident needs.
• Supports organization's goals and values.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Posses strong interpersonal skills by focusing on solving conflict, not blaming; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; and keeping emotions under control.
• Manages people effectively by taking responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Improves processes, products and services.
• Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

The Buckingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Buckingham will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with The Stayton.