Social Worker

About the role

Community Querencia at Barton Creek is located at 2500 Barton Creek Blvd, Austin, Texas 78735. Lifespace invites you to live your purpose, grow your career, and thrive through teamwork while creating meaningful, personalized experiences for residents. As a Social Worker you will be at the center of delivering a purpose‑driven experience, supporting residents’ aspirations and well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document psycho‑social needs and pertinent social data about personal and family problems related to resident illness and care, and actions taken to meet resident needs.
• Attend resident care planning meetings and accurately complete social service documentation, including MDS and care plans, in a timely manner, in accordance with community policies, procedures, and state and federal laws.
• Assist in the inquiry process, move‑in coordination, and paperwork completion processes.
• Conduct tours as needed and follow welcome procedures for all new move‑ins.
• Visit all new residents upon move‑in to introduce self, community, review the move‑in packet, verify insurance coverage, and inform of any extra costs for non‑covered services.
• Provide a high level of resident engagement.
• Complete all required documentation pertaining to advance care planning, including assisting with completion of Advanced Directives per regulatory standards and compliance.
• Coordinate with residents, families, team members, and outside agencies/providers for in‑house services and move‑out planning activities.
• Act as a resident advocate, asserting and safeguarding the human and civil rights of residents and their families while fostering dignity and personal worth.
• Provide training and support to departments and team members regarding resident rights.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and at least one year of experience in a health‑care setting, or Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field with at least three years of experience in a health‑care setting.
• Licensed Social Worker required by community and/or state regulations.

Pay

Pay Range: $59,600.00 – $81,900.00+ Annual

Company Overview

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit senior‑living organizations. For over 50 years, Lifespace has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, Lifespace team members work together to enrich the lives of residents every day, offering opportunities to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.