Social Worker - Full Time at Otterbein SeniorLife

Monclova, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Autonomy Recognition, Dignity Communication, Decision-Making Support, Judgment Skills, Team Communication, Mentoring, Assessment Skills, Care Planning, Family Inclusion, Program Evaluation, Engagement Evaluation, Documentation, Inventory Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview We are located only 3 minutes from Maumee 10 minutes from Perrysburg and very near Fallen Timbers At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make. Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind. Here is a link if you would like learn more about Monclova Small House Neighborhood: Click this link https://otterbein.org/find-a-location/monclova/ The role of the Quality of Life/Social Worker is to create an environment in the home that provides opportunity for the community members to enjoy the highest possible quality of life and provides psychosocial support to elders, families, and partners, which will enhance the quality of life for elders and will promote the health of the intentional community of home. Provides ongoing mentoring of the elder assistants in diversion and recreational enrichment. Know each elder assistant in every house including their LTC experience and have a familiarity with his or her work style and personality. Know each elder and their family including a psychosocial profile of the elder and an understanding of the family members and dynamics. Completes an in-depth assessment of each elder and provides for elder specific materials for activities identified by the elders. Participates in care planning for elder needs. Assures that out of home activities are available to elders. Includes families in the planning process. Evaluates the effectiveness of the programs and activities. Weekly visits to each home to evaluate individual levels of engagement. Create individual opportunities for all newly admitted elders as per home activities Policy. Documents in accordance with the organization’s policies. Complete the mini mental upon admission. Initiates upon admission inventory of elder’s belongings. Performs any other duties as assigned. Skills The following are skills needed to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential functions of providing care to elders. The ability to: Recognize the autonomy and dignity of all elders. Communicate a sense of caring, concern, and dignity for elders. Understand how to place decision-making in the hands of the elders whenever possible and appropriate. Make prompt and accurate judgments with regard to elder care and emergencies. Work and communicate effectively as part of the self-directed work team. Qualifications Education: Post-secondary education preferred Licensure: OH Licensed Social Worker or LPN Experience: 2 years related work experience preferably in a nursing home setting BENEFITS* Health & Wellness Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits Vision & Dental Insurance Pet Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support Financial Security 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges Legal & Identity Theft Protection Growth & Development University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work *Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked. Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife: For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Social Worker at Otterbein!

Responsibilities

The Social Worker is responsible for creating an environment that enhances the quality of life for elders and provides psychosocial support. This includes mentoring elder assistants, conducting assessments, and participating in care planning.