JOB SUMMARY

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!
As the Admissions Coordinator, you will provide admissions coordination and social work services, assessing applicants and placement of resident at the Minneapolis Veterans Home - a skilled nursing facility located on a 53-acre campus. Position will also provide clinical support and analysis to assure residents needs are addressed, carrying out planning and implementation of social services for residents of the Home.

Duties include but no limited to the following:

• Lead and manage the admissions process through active recruitment of residents, conducting tours, scheduling and facilitating meetings, and intake process
• Responsible for the resident’s move-in, transition process, integration, transfer, and discharge – through comprehensive assessment and resolving issues that may arise
• Maintain current knowledge of state and federal statutes, rules, and policies, resident rights through training, conferences, and work events
• Complete all documentation and pre-admission screenings/assessments, manage applicant wait-list, and reports/files for compliance with state, federal, and agency regulations
• Serve as the outreach and community services liaison for residents for accessibility, build rapport and support with stakeholders, host and participate in community events, outreach programming, educational seminars while providing resources and education of the admissions process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or ability to obtain licensure by date of hire.
• One year experience as a Social Worker.
• Skills in completing social work assessments sufficient to evaluate clients’ social service needs.
• Human relations skills sufficient to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, residents, resident representatives, and community groups.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing care facility.
• Experience working with Veterans.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to skilled nursing facilities.
• Experience in electronic charting systems such as PointClickCare.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant’s former employer(s).

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need

THE WORK YOU’LL DO IS MORE THAN JUST A JOB.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Duties include but no limited to the following:

• Lead and manage the admissions process through active recruitment of residents, conducting tours, scheduling and facilitating meetings, and intake process
• Responsible for the resident’s move-in, transition process, integration, transfer, and discharge – through comprehensive assessment and resolving issues that may arise
• Maintain current knowledge of state and federal statutes, rules, and policies, resident rights through training, conferences, and work events
• Complete all documentation and pre-admission screenings/assessments, manage applicant wait-list, and reports/files for compliance with state, federal, and agency regulations
• Serve as the outreach and community services liaison for residents for accessibility, build rapport and support with stakeholders, host and participate in community events, outreach programming, educational seminars while providing resources and education of the admissions proces