FT Social Services Leader

Job Description:

Social Services Leader

Full Time

Chillicothe OH

Traditions of Chillicothe, located in Chillicothe Ohio, is a 5 Star Rated skilled nursing and assisted living, community with a team of health care professionals that is unmatched in the area!

We are owned and operated by National Church Residences, the nation's largest provider of affordable senior housing and health care services.

We are seeking a social services leader who will share in our vision to advance better living and care for seniors!

Qualified candidates for this position offer:

• Education: Prefer a Bachelor's degree in Social Work.

• Experience: One to two years working as a Social Worker, in a health care setting preferred.

In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package

• Medical & Rx (both PPO & HDHP w/HSA) - including coverage for Fertility

• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Pet Insurance

• Flexible Spending accounts for health, dependent care, transportation and parking

• Parental Leave for 4-weeks @ 100% pay

• Short & Long-term Disability coverage - 100% company-paid

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Access to Urbansitter.com for child/elder care needs with a stipend

• Reimbursement for Tuition expenses

• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, etc.

• Well-being Programs including EAP, Tobacco Cessation, Weight-loss, Women's Reproductive support, and more

• 401(a) & 403(b) Retirement plans with an automatic 3% company contribution plus another 3% matching contribution

• Free Meal per shift worked

• Programs may vary depending on Full Time, Part Time or Contingent status

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interviews the resident/client before admission to help the resident/client deal with the separation from the usual living patterns and begin to cope with the new environment. Assists inquiring parties/family by giving tours and providing information.
• Interviews family members and tries to alleviate stress and guilt associated with the placement. Encourage continued emotional support from the family for the resident/client.
• Gathers relevant data from the resident/client, family and significant others to complete social history and psycho-social assessment of the resident/client. Provides updated assessments to correct and identify new and/or unexpected problems.
• Gives ongoing emotional support to the resident/client and family and provides counseling and information to help in crises or conflicts.
• Completes necessary documentation on the chart to maintain resident's/client's progress. Acts as a liaison and advocate for the resident/client and family with relevant community resources and professionals when necessary.
• Establishes and maintains credibility and good public relations with community resources. Serves as liaison for pre-screening process. Coordinates admission with the nursing department.
• Identify and complete psychosocial assessments, care plans and documentation related to resident needs
• Participate and host interdisciplinary care meetings
• Coordinate discharge planning and transition of care
• Receive, document, investigate and resolve resident concerns/grievances
• Identify and coordinate mental and behavioral health care with provider groups
• Coordinate ancillary services that include podiatry, audiology, dental and optometry visits

Want to know more? We can't wait to tell you! Apply today!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.