WestminsterCanterbury of the Blue Ridge (WCBR) is seeking a team member to join our Resident Services department supporting a lively 57acre campus 450 residents and 300 associates.
The Independent Living Social Worker at WestminsterCanterbury of the Blue Ridge (WCBR) provides support and resources needed to enhance the wellbeing of the residents families and those involved in their lives.
Responsibilities
Assist and support the psychosocial needs of Independent Living residents primarily during critical transitions involving losses associated with cognitive and/or physical decline while residing in Independent Living
Assess and respond to psychosocial needs of Independent Living residents and their families; collaborate with the social worker in HC and the social work coordinator in CL during transitions as well as dining activities etc. to meet identified needs
Provide shortterm individual and family counseling and group work as appropriate
Serve on committees and support groups; arrange for educational opportunities to address resident concerns; Attend IDT meetings and care plan meetings for residents temporarily in Healthcare Assisted Living and Vista
Provide community referrals to community resources as needed
Qualifications
The ability to establish rapport quickly and communicate effectively with residents and their families
The ability to function effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team
The ability to conduct brief evidencebased screening and to conduct or arrange for more detailed assessments when indicated
The ability to create and implement integrated care plans
Possess strong interpersonal skills including relationship building with associates residents families and the greater Charlottesville community
Requirements
Current LCSW in the state of Virginia with Masters Degree in Social Work
Relevant experience with the aging population and their families
Experience in a healthcare setting
Knowledge of community resources
Benefits Snapshot
Paid Time Off package
Education Program to offer financial assistance with education costs
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