Social Services Designee

About the Role

Orchard Grove is a 130-bed facility specializing in Short-Term Rehabilitation (STR), Long-Term Care, and hosts a dedicated secured memory unit. Our team includes APRNs, with rehabilitation staff trained in the specialized LSVT Big and Loud program, catering to individuals with Parkinson's and Parkinson-like diseases. Our staff boasts remarkable longevity and actively engages within the community, each bringing unique talents to enrich our patients' lives.

Position: 40 hours per week. Reports To: Director of Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Craft and document personalized care plans for residents' social and emotional well-being in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with nursing, MDS, Admissions, and rehabilitation departments to facilitate effective discharge plans for residents.
• Know and comply with the Residents' Bill of Rights; inform and educate staff, residents, families, and responsible parties of personal, property, and health service rights.
• Maintain updated resources for residents and families regarding community resources, services, agencies, and organizations.
• Maintain a record of all reported concerns, assist in resolving them, and assure appropriate follow-up and documentation.
• Remain easily accessible to residents, families, and staff for support and guidance.
• Provide timely referrals to appropriate agencies for assistance (e.g., conservatorship application, Medicaid application).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program in Social Work or a related field.
• Knowledge of admissions and discharge procedures in conjunction with all current laws.
• Familiarity with residents' rights and documentation requirements in accordance with current regulations and/or guidelines.
• Attention to detail, good follow-through skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Innovative and able to find creative ways to serve a variety of resident needs while maintaining customer focus.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team.
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward residents and their support networks.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, and family members in a professional manner.

Benefits

• Scholarship opportunities and career advancement programs
• 4 weeks of paid time off and 7 paid holidays annually
• Health insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Access to Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service