Social Worker Trinity Village
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Job Location:
Hickory, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Social Worker Position at Trinity Village
Job Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
About Trinity Village
Trinity Village is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for our residents and their families. We are seeking a passionate and empathetic Social Worker to join our team and contribute to the well-being of our community.
Position Summary
The Social Worker plays a vital role in advancing the social and psychological welfare of residents and their families. Responsibilities include delivering educational training acting as a liaison keeping thorough records collaborating on care plans assisting with medical reviews and supporting other related tasks.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide in-service training on topics such as residents rights advanced directives and the psychological aspects of aging.
- Serve as a bridge between residents their families and facility staff to facilitate communication and support.
- Maintain detailed and comprehensive charting in compliance with CMS NCDHHS DFS and DMA regulations. This includes documenting social history assessments care plans discharge planning and progress notes.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary care planning meetings to ensure holistic resident care.
- Assist families during medical review procedures and appeals offering guidance and support throughout the process.
- Attend workshops to keep current with best practices in geriatric care.
- Serve on committees such as the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Committee and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
- Coordinate and facilitate Residents Council meetings to promote resident engagement.
- Provide advice and information regarding Medicare Medicaid and other welfare programs to both residents and their families.
- Collect and organize details about community health and social services maintaining an up-to-date resource file for reference.
- Supervise college students completing approved field work assignments ensuring a supportive and educational environment.
- Maintain regular contact with family members encouraging their involvement in resident care and providing non-medical updates as appropriate.
- Advocate for residents within the facility or home setting ensuring their needs and rights are upheld.
- Participate in required educational programs for ongoing professional development.
- Consistently demonstrate Trinity Villages mission vision values and customer service standards through daily activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall operations of the facility.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree in social work or a related field meeting state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Experience: At least one year of experience in long-term care is preferred.
- Skills/Abilities: Possession of relevant specialized knowledge or licenses as required by regulations.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation
Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.
We look forward to welcoming a motivated professional who is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our residents and their families.
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
