Social Worker

Kearny, New Jersey

Employer: Frontier Management
Industry: Healthcare
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
Alaris Health at Belgrove, a 120 bed-skilled nursing Center in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a social worker to plan and implement social service programs in the Center and coordinate discharge planning. Additional responsibilities include:
  • planning and implementing a comprehensive social services program that offers counseling and other support services for residents and their families
  • evaluating and being keenly aware of residents' medical-related social needs and then formulating the appropriate plan for treatment that fits into their total care plan
  • coordinating and implementing family meetings for residents and creating a forum for ongoing discussions between residents, their families/responsible parties and the treatment team
  • maintaining residents' rights at all times while liaising between all parties involved
  • coordinating discharge planning and assisting in the creation of an organized discharge plan for all residents
  • and above all, ensuring that residents and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals' needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in social work or human services (knowledge of family assessment and interventions is preferred)
  • Certifications required by New Jersey state regulations
  • Excellent command of the English language (written, read and spoken), excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of all governmental regulations relating to the social services department
  • Ability to work independently, problem solve and makes decisions as necessary
  • Ability to positively interact with everyone from residents to government agencies and the general public
Created: 2024-09-08
Reference: 1350981
Country: United States
State: New Jersey
City: Kearny

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