Social Worker

• Functioning on behalf of the nursing home residents as assigned, by promoting the general well-being of each resident through the identification of their emotional and psychosocial needs.
• Will work with staff in developing a means to meet and sustain these needs through interviews, assessments, and the development and execution of a resident-centered care plan.
• Provide Social Services oversight, completing duties as assigned for the residents.
• Work closely with the Marketing Director to coordinate the referral-to-admission process.
• Communicate with insurance companies to obtain prior authorization for admissions; keep record of insurance updates, and communicate with departments included in the update to ensure it is done timely.
• Assist new residents and family members with completion of Admission Paperwork.
• Provide information to residents/families in regards to Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident; assist with completion of Medicaid applications as deemed necessary.
• Ensure PASRR is completed to state requirements.
• Participate in resident assessment – provide background information and social history, as identified in the MDS process, in accordance with the RAI manual.
• Involve the resident and family member in planning objectives and goals for the resident; develop a written plan of care to work towards meeting identified goals.
• Attend and lead Behavior Meeting and monitor Gradual Dose Reductions (GDR) and consents for psychotropic medications according to state regulations.
• Complete timely progress notes on each resident.
• Have an open-door policy to all residents, family members, and staff to listen to their problems or needs; do effective counseling or referrals to meet their needs.
• Report concerns/grievances to the Executive Director and initiate an investigation.
• Serve as an advocate for the resident and his/her rights, helping the resident learn assertiveness in communicating their needs, wants, and problems to the appropriate departments and agencies.
• Participate in Monthly QAPI Committee meetings.
• Attend Stand-Up meeting daily; report to IDT about pay changes, care conferences, concerns, etc.
• Initiate and lead the discharge planning process; coordinate with outside resources such as DME, Home Health, Hospice, etc., to ensure a safe transition to home or lower care setting.
• Issue denial letters according to state regulations.
• Assist in providing in-service education and orientation for employees regarding Resident Rights and the social service needs of residents.
• All other duties assigned by the Administrator.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field, including but not limited to Social Services, Sociology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Psychology.
• Required: Licensed Social Work certificate in the state of Wisconsin, current and valid. (LSW)
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with individuals preferred but not required.
• Able to promote cooperation between social services and other department employees.
• Must be able to be professional over the phone and in person when representing the company.
• Must have excellent communication skills and take pride in his/her performance.
• Ability to write and give clear, concise instructions and remain calm during an emergency.

• Strong Tenure in Leadership: Our leadership team boasts a solid track record, offering stability and support to all staff members.
• Agency-Free Building: Work in an environment free from agency staff, supported by a hands-on leader who leads by example and has been with the facility for the past four years.
• Robust Clinical Support: Benefit from the expertise of our regional corporate clinical team, ensuring excellence in resident care.
• Student Loan Repayment Program: Support to help you pay down your student loans.
• Edenbrook of Fond Du Lac promotes and encourages the success of each of its employees and values the individual experience of its guests and their families.

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