Social Work Designee in Training Program

Position

The Social Work Designee in Training will learn how to execute resident assessments, care management, care planning, addressing psychosocial concerns, and may serve on the Behavior, Pre-Care Plan, and Care Plan committees.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment to assist the management of the Social Services Department
• Encourage residents through counseling and other interventions to achieve their highest level of psychosocial interaction
• Implement person-centered care plans for residents and will monitor and follow-up on directives as outlined in the resident's plan of care
• Counsel residents/families regarding psychosocial, adjustment, and behavioral issues
• Participate in Behavior Management Team meetings to monitor resident behaviors and psychotropic medication use
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences with residents and families
• Aid in resident discharge planning
• Perform other duties as required.

Working Conditions

Nursing home setting. Lifting up to 50 lbs. when needed. Prolonged standing or walking, bends, lifts, carries, pushes and pulls various equipment and residents throughout the workday. Extended, unusual, or mandated working hours when required.

Requirements

• This professional agrees to complete an online Social Service Designee Program sponsored by the facility to obtain a certificate that is required by regulation within the required time frame.
• The position requires that the professional will continue their education in social work with a long-term goal of obtaining a Bachelor's in Social Work.
• Ability to give instructions, organize time and complete tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to manage multiple requests and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skill necessary.

Experience

A minimum of 1 (one) year as a Certified Nursing Assistant. The ability to apply necessary skills and techniques in a medical setting.

Education

An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, and or college courses in psychology and sociology are preferred.