Social Worker Adult Day Program Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit - 2.8 West Bloomfield Township, MI Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $62,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Report preparation Master of Social Work Correspondence management Patients with cognitive disabilities Intake Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with geriatric patients Working with seniors Customer inquiry handling Master's degree Bachelor's degree Experience working with adults with disabilities Working with families Working with individuals with mental health conditions Social Work Time management Full Job Description Position Overview Jewish Senior Life (JSL) communities flourish through deep, lasting connections. For decades, our dedicated staff and cherished residents have shaped a culture rooted in compassion, respect, and genuine care-making JSL not just a place to live or work, but a place to belong. At JSL you are part of a warm and inviting community that provides support services and quality living to older adults. Our residents enjoy a full range of social/cultural programs and activities while residing in our assisted living communities. The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program is a dementia specific adult day program. We have an open opportunity for a compassionate social worker within our West Bloomfield center.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Complete in-home intake assessment for each program participant and maintains ongoing assessment of needs. Respond to all inquiries in a timely manner. Follow up regularly with individuals on program referral list. Orient other staff to psychosocial needs of participants. With input from the program team, develop and update care plan with participants and family. Conduct group activity sessions as determined by program needs. Advertise and conduct care giver support groups on a monthly basis. Conduct training in psychosocial needs of participants and their family members. Attend to daily care and safety requirements of participants as needed. Assist participants and care partners in finding services and resources as needed. Provide needed support, linkages, and follow-up for participants and family members in crisis. Assist in the marketing of Brown Center program and events. Participate in all planning and attendance for program special events/offerings. Maintain charting, correspondence, weekly statistics, and agency reporting requirements. Meet with families who express concerns regarding affording program attendance and assist in determining appropriate support. Serve on Agency committee(s) as appointed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Licensure:

Bachelor's (BSW) or master's in social work (MSW) or other mental health professionals

Experience:

2-5 years of experience working with older adults, specifically those with memory, cognitive impairments, and their families

Preferred Background:

Experience with medically at-risk populations, such as those in long-term care, hospice, or acute care settings Composition and time management skills enough to prepare required reports and correspondence Jewish Senior Life believes our employees are our greatest asset and is committed to creating a workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, and supported. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodation is provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

working with people with dementia: 2 years (Required) working with seniors: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person