Social Service-Director at Kalamazoo

Company : Tendercare of Westwood

Address : 2575 N Drake RD

Company Location : Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Date Posted :

Tendercare Health and Rehabilitation Center of Westwood, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center is seeking the skills, knowledge and abilities of a qualified Social Worker to serve the needs of the residents.

Responsible for initiating and maintaining a comprehensive social services program within the facility.

Assists residents/patients in the achievement and maintenance of maximum psychosocial functioning and independence.

Handles resident/patient concerns and assists residents/patients in a respectful and non-judgmental manner, fostering independence and self-determination whenever possible.

Coordinates a self-governing resident council and arranges for a family council.

Maintains resident/patient records per federal and state regulations and Extendicare policies and procedures.

Makes optimum use of community resources and assists in the facilitation of the residents/patients discharge planning. Is an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).

Develops a working relationship with private and public social health and welfare resources in the community.

Follows all Extendicare policies and procedures. Other Duties:

• Treats all residents, visitors, and staff with courtesy.
• Handles admission inquires and facility tours when needed.
• Assists with special facility programs and events.
• Participates in committees as assigned.
• Speaks to outside groups to provide information regarding the nursing home and its services.
• Functions as resident/patient advocate for resident/patient rights and resident/patient concern program.
• Assists in the development and revision of Standards of Practice relating to social services.
• Participates in all-hands dining.
• Participates in marketing events.
• Participates in professional functions, organizations, and groups.
• Reviews the Social Services Manual at least annually.
• Assists in execution of Advance Directives, when appropriate.
• Visits hospital discharge planners, as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as directed by facility management.
• Works overtime, holiday and weekend hours as scheduled.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in social work and experience in working in a skilled health/rehabilitation center
• Ability to plan and adapt policies and procedures relating to the social service department.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrate integrity, imagination and initiative, showing appropriate manner and conduct.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
• Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Meets all health requirements, as required by law.

Job Category : Activities/Social Service
Country: USA, State: Michigan, City: Kalamazoo, Company: Extendicare Health Services.