Social Work LTC - Southampton Memorial Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Social Worker LTC – Southampton Memorial Hospital

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

In fulfilling his or her primary duties and responsibilities, the nursing home social worker shall exercise professional judgment in carrying out a variety of activities that maximize the well-being and quality of life of residents. The following is a listing of those duties according to the NASW Nursing Home Social Work Practice Standards:

Qualifications: A social worker in this setting typically holds at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited social work program and may have postgraduate experience in long-term care, meeting state requirements or holding certification from the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Administrative

Review facility policies and procedures as part of the facility’s interdisciplinary team to assure compliance with state and federal regulations. Participate in reviewing and setting policies concerning resident care and quality of life. Participate in developing facility social work policies. Develop, maintain and utilize a listing of current community resources that are useful to residents and their families/significant others. Participate in quality assurance interdisciplinary team meetings. Understand and meet all government requirements for social service documentation. Document progress in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.

Advocacy

Work with the interdisciplinary team and administration to promote and protect resident rights and the psychological well being of each resident. Prevent and address resident abuse as mandated by law and professional licensure. Identify community changes and opportunities such as legislation, regulations and programs that affect nursing home residents. Work with residents, families, significant others and staff to provide support, information and organization for taking a more proactive role in self advocacy to improve the quality of life/care for individual residents and those who live and work within the nursing home and the community at large.

Clinical

Complete a social history and psychosocial assessment for each resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs. Participate in the development of a written, interdisciplinary plan of care for each resident that identifies the psychosocial needs/issues of the resident, the goals to be accomplished for those needs/issues, and the appropriate social worker interventions. Ensure or provide therapeutic interventions to assist residents in coping with their transition and adjustment to a long-term care facility, including their social, emotional, and psychological needs. Ensure or provide support and education to residents/family members/significant others to assist in their understanding of placement and facility issues in addition to referring them to the appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the needed services. Provide groups for residents/family members/significant others as appropriate to their needs. Provide clinical interventions to address catastrophic events that occur during the resident’s stay in the facility. Coordinate the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for appropriate home care services prior to the resident’s return to the community

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As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care fo