Social Worker - Highland House

Liberty CaresWith Compassion

At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

SOCIAL WORKER

Job Description:

• Serves as a Social Worker for the Facility.
• Coordinates patient discharges in accordance with established policies and with state and federal licensor requirements.
• Monitors to assure appropriate sections of MDS are completed as assigned.
• Assures that a meaningful social program appropriate to the needs of each patient is met.
• Refers all residents or families to the appropriate agency or resource if service cannot be met within the Facility.
• Works closely with Unit Directors/RN Supervisors and resident and/or family members for input regarding admissions, discharges and room changes.
• Assists with admissions of new residents, completion of related paperwork, and acclimation to the new environment.
• Assists families or residents with discharge placement and discharge information as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Four year degree and one year of experience in the health care field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations as relates to social needs of patients.
• Admission and or discharge planning experience preferred.

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