Social Worker - Masters

Social Worker - Masters Westborough HealthCare - 3.0 Westborough, MA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Master's degree in social work Collaborate with healthcare professionals Health screenings Master of Social Work Psychological testing LICSW Report writing Social Work License Medicare Resident's rights Greeting customers Social work Master's degree in psychology Grief counseling Family counseling Mid-level MDS Long-term care facility experience Care plan development Psychology Discharge planning Social Work Care coordination Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Full Job Description Full Time Position Social Worker (MSW, LICSW) for Westborough Healthcare At Next Step Healthcare, we know that working in the healthcare industry is more than just a job - it's a way of life reserved for the most compassionate, caring, and hard-working individuals. We are privileged to work alongside people who believe, like we do, that locally owned and operated healthcare facilities should go beyond simply "meeting the needs" of its residents.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Social Worker must lead by example by promoting positive morale throughout the facility by smiling and greeting residents, families and all employees. Reports directly to the Administrator, does related work accordingly:

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Ensures resident adjustment to rehabilitation or long-term care by performing psychological screenings, initial plan of care, introduction to services and procedures and completing all necessary paperwork including MDS. Goes over Resident Rights with all new admissions. Ensures admission agreement completion. Collaborates with families, Business Office and Medicare/Medicaid as a liaison to assist residents with applications and qualification for sub-acute/long-term financial assistance. Schedules interdisciplinary team meetings with medical staff, residents and family members in order to plan care and resolve concerns. Write reports and ensures implementation. Demonstrate understanding and provide guidance and counseling to residents and their families on diverse issues ranging from grief and loss to acceptance and coping with changes in living arrangements. Coordinating discharge services - planning and acquisition of appropriate follow up care

REQUIREMENTS

Long Term Experience:

1-3 years minimum Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Related Field Social Work License Benefits include but not limited to: Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday) Medical FSA Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Perks Life Assistance Program Home and Auto Insurance Discounts Verizon wireless discounts (22% discount) Six Flags discounts If you have a passion for helping people, for making them feel safe, respected, cared for and listened to, then your next step is with us. NSINDOS