Licensed Social Worker at Pasadena
On-sitePasadena, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily advocacy for residents to ensure rights are maintained while acting as a primary referral source for community resources. Interview, coordinate, and refer members to services that address social and emotional needs, including facilitating transitions to hospice or palliative care. Complete social service histories and MDS documentation within specified timelines, prepare care plans, and document all interactions and issue resolutions. Maintain professional rapport with interdisciplinary teams and community agencies to procure prior authorizations and manage transportation requests. Perform bi-annual chart reviews, attend quality assurance meetings, and report abuse or neglect per state guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a Human Services field including, Sociology, Gerontology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Psychology
- Must be a licensed Social Worker in the state of Texas or obtain within 6 months of hire
- Prefer two (2) years of experience in long-term care, hospital, or other related medical facilities
- Able to react to emergency situations appropriately when required
- Have the ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
- As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays; non-exempt position
Desired Qualifications
- Maintains knowledge of federal and state regulations for long-term care facilities
- Keep up to date with current federal and state regulations as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the department director or Administrator
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