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Forestville Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
Director of Social Work
Job Description
Forestville Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, located in Forestville, MD, is seeking a Director of Social Work. The social worker will work with residents in the nursing home by identifying their psychosocial, mental land emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the success of services to meet the needs. the nursing home social worker is responsible for fostering a climate, policies and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence and dignity in accordance with the Federal Regulations, the requirements of the state, and policies and goals of the facility. Assist in implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies Must adhere to all HIPPA requirements Understand and meet all requirements for Social Service documentation. Participate in facility surveys(inspection) made by authorized government agencies, as necessary or as may be directed 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. Assess and provide support for adjustment to a new room and/or new room mate. Review with the resident/responsible party the resident's advanced directives/code status on admission, quarterly, and with changes in condition. Must possess as a minimum , a Bachelor's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or any other specialized intellectual instruction directly related to social work. Preferred minimum, 2 years supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. Prior work with elders in the community or long -term care setting is preferred .