Social Worker Assistant

Sunrise Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Social Worker Assistant to join our team! Duties and Responsibilities Assists in interviewing and obtaining information from residents and families to assist Social Services Director or Social Services consultant in development of psychosocial history, assessment and care plan upon admission, quarterly and upon change of condition for social service needs. Assists resident and family with transition and adjustment to placement in facility. Assists with determination of legal status of residents upon admission, provides information and obtains copies of advance directives, assures that a resident and family wishes regarding treatment (including Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and withholding treatment) are implemented in accordance with Company policy. Informs the resident/family of resident's personal and property rights. Provides input on social, psychological, emotional needs of resident/family to supervisor. Ensures residents have required evaluations for visual, audio, mental health and dental needs, and follows up as appropriate. Arranges residents' appointments including transportation.

Requirements:

Previous Social Worker/discharge experience in long-term care setting High School diploma or equivalent required: AA or Bachelor's degree preferred. Ability to interact tactfully, effectively, and professionally with other employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public, as needed Must be able to relate to and work with physically and/or mentally ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within facility and treat them with respect and consideration regardless of their cognitive or functional level Must be able to multi-task and handle pressure Willing to work beyond normal working hours, weekends, holidays, and/or on other shifts and in other positions, when necessary Sufficient computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and /or Internet to perform required duties Why Join Our Team?

Benefits We Offer:

Medical insurance Dental & vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D Supplemental insurance options (Aflac) — disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity & whole life coverage Plus, we take care of our team with: Gym membership reimbursement Monthly raffles (including VIP parking & gift cards) Employee of the Month (by department) Monthly birthday celebrations Quarterly anniversary celebrations PTO cash-out at 100% (end of year) Opportunities for growth & advancement Daily hot meals Coffee & tea station Snack cart Free Sunrise merch (including winter apparel) Free uniforms — and more! Join a team that values, supports, and celebrates you every day.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Experience:

Nursing home: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Social Worker License in Florida (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Sunrise, FL 33351 (Required)

Work Location:

In person