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Genesis HealthCare, Wichita, KS, United States
The primary purpose of the Social Services Designee is to assist in implementing and directing social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures. Assure that the residents physical, mental, emotional and social needs are met and maintained on an individual basis.
The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities
Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures. Comply with the marketing department’s policies and procedures. Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator/DON or Nurse Manager on Call. Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information. Report to work on time and as scheduled. Assist the Social Service Director in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Coordinate admissions including readmissions, room moves and patient inquiries. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments. Assist in arranging transportation to appointments, transfers to another facility, discharges, etc. Interview residents/families as necessary and in a private setting. Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible. Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. May be required to coordinate resident Medicare and Medicaid benefits including beneficiary consent, denials, explanations, utilization and MS 2001. Responsible for coordinating VA and insurance benefits for residents. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary. Maintain contact with the resident's family, involving them with non-medical progress reports as necessary. Assist in interpreting social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Attend and participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that may result in exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, or hazardous chemicals. Report all incidents/accidents immediately. Participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
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Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures. Comply with the marketing department’s policies and procedures. Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator/DON or Nurse Manager on Call. Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information. Report to work on time and as scheduled. Assist the Social Service Director in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Coordinate admissions including readmissions, room moves and patient inquiries. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments. Assist in arranging transportation to appointments, transfers to another facility, discharges, etc. Interview residents/families as necessary and in a private setting. Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible. Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. May be required to coordinate resident Medicare and Medicaid benefits including beneficiary consent, denials, explanations, utilization and MS 2001. Responsible for coordinating VA and insurance benefits for residents. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary. Maintain contact with the resident's family, involving them with non-medical progress reports as necessary. Assist in interpreting social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Attend and participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that may result in exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, or hazardous chemicals. Report all incidents/accidents immediately. Participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
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