Admissions\Social Services Director at Liberty Community Living Center

Liberty, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment, Care Planning, Emotional Support, Counseling, Community Resources, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Group Therapy, Record Keeping, Advocacy, Regulatory Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Empathy, Organizational Skills, Documentation, Ethical Standards, Advance Directives

Industry

Description

Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team at Liberty Community Living Center. As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by providing emotional support, connecting them with essential services, and advocating for their well-being. Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and create individualized care plans. Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and their families. Assist residents in accessing community resources and services, including financial assistance, healthcare, and legal support. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nurses, physicians, and therapists, to ensure holistic care for residents. Facilitate group therapy sessions and activities to promote socialization and emotional well-being. Maintain accurate and confidential resident records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress. Advocate for residents' rights and ensure they receive the highest quality of care. Participate in care planning meetings and provide input on residents' psychosocial needs. Stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in social work. Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in social work from an accredited program. State licensure as a Social Worker, LSW, LMSW. Previous experience in a healthcare or nursing home setting is preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Empathetic and compassionate attitude towards residents and their families. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of community resources and support services. Excellent organizational and documentation skills. Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality guidelines. Requirements • Work with Administrator, consultants, facility staff and family members in meeting identified medically-related social needs. • Investigate case situations and present information to Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychologist and other members of health team, on patient’s family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment (Care Planning). • Interpret psychiatric treatment to patient’s family and help to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment. • Serve as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community. • Make arrangements for obtaining needed adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items (dental care, eye care, hearing services, mobility services). • Making referrals and obtaining services from outside entities (talking books, absentee ballots, wheelchair transportation, and other community resources). • Maintain facility waiting list. • Help patients to respond constructively to treatment and assist in adjustment leading to and following discharge. • Administer Advance Directive program. • Participate in Quality Assurance team meetings

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, create individualized care plans, and provide emotional support and counseling to residents and their families. Key duties include connecting residents with essential community services and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.