Social Services Coordinator at Medilodge of Livonia
West Bloomfield, New York, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Psychosocial Intervention, Resident Assessments, Care Plan Development, Family Support, Team Collaboration, Confidentiality, Staff Education, Supervision, Motivation, Communication, Coping Strategies, Discharge Planning, Documentation, Coordination, Long-Term Care Knowledge, In-Service Programs

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Description Essential Functions: ? Provides direct psychosocial intervention. Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually. ? Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes. ? Provides direct psychosocial intervention. Coordinates resident visits with outside services, dental, optical, etc. Attends and documents resident council meetings. Assists resident's families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process. Works with the patient, family and other team members to plan discharge. Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights. Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants. Performs other tasks as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment. Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce. Requirements Qualifications: Education: BSSW, MSSW preferred Licenses/Certification: Licensing as required by the state of employment Experience: One year of experience in a long term care environment.
Responsibilities
The Social Services Coordinator provides direct psychosocial intervention and conducts resident assessments. They also create and update care plans, coordinate with outside services, and assist families in coping with various challenges.
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