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Social Services Coordinator | Full Time

Sedgebrook, Lincolnshire, IL, United States


Job Description
Title:

Social Services Coordinator

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt, Full-Time / 37.5 hours per week

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM

Wage Rate:

$30 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - benefits package beginning the 1st of the month following your hire date

Get Paid Daily

401K with Company Match

Employee Meal Program

Free Meals

Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Life/AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Hours

Free In-house gym membership

Essential Job Duties

Assists in completing psychosocial assessments, MDS and other required documentation in accordance with department policy, and State and Federal regulations.

Assists in providing psychosocial support to residents and families with emphasis on new residents to ensure successful adjustment to the Health Care Center.

Participates in the development of the individual's care plan including the goals and approaches for the Social Services component.

Coordinates discharges/transfers to ensure the appropriateness and continuity of care. Develops a comprehensive discharge plan in coordination with residents/families and multidisciplinary staff.

Provide/identify referral, agency and/or community resources to meet the needs of the resident/family.

Maintains regular and on-going relationship with family to discuss needs or concerns, mediates issues that may arise between resident/family/staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field is preferred.

Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) required.

One year of social work experience preferred in long term care/assisted living. Knowledge of geriatric population and dementia.

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. Must present a professional manner and be able to deal with situations that may be stressful.

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