Social Worker

Social Worker

Full Time | Monday- Friday | Flexible Hours between 7 am- 4:30 pm

Pay between $23-25.88/hourbased on experience

Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES". These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.

What will I do as a Social Worker for The Wesley Community?

• Be responsible for the Social Work needs of a 40 bed subacute care unit.
• Shall initiate and maintain appropriate documentation of interaction with or on behalf of residents in the form of the Social history and assessment, resident care meetings, and progress notes.
• Shall be responsible to the Director of Social Services for all matters relating to implementations of the Skilled Nursing Facility Social Service program and periodic evaluation of such performance.
• It is understood that the Social Work Program will conform with all State and Federal regulations current and as they may change.
• Shall review and complete admission paperwork (Admission Agreement, Bill of Rights, DNR, etc.) with resident/family.
• Complete Social Service portion of MDS ensuring Social work documentation is thorough, timely, and accurate.
• Develop and update care plans to address psychosocial and emotional needs of residents.
• Follow up on concerns accordingly.
• Provide notice to residents/representatives regarding changes in room or roommate assignments.
• Shall work to ensure continuity of resident care by coordinating efforts and interests of patient, physician, family, staff and community agencies.
• Shall offer support to residents and families throughout the process of adjusting to such changes as admission to / or discharge from the facility, transfer to a different level of care, change in health status, death of a resident or family member, or a new roommate.
• Shall accept referrals concerning Social or emotional problems of residents from other departments, SNF staff, other residents and/or families, and shall be available for conferences to discuss possible problems and resolutions.
• Facilitate Discharge Planning meetings with Interdisciplinary Team to develop and coordinate effective and safe post-discharge plans of care for long term rehabilitation residents.

Social Worker Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field.
• Geriatric Experience, preferred.

The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.

We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:Benefits eligibility based on employment status

• Competitive pay
• A full benefits package
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible scheduling options
• NEW Weekly Pay Periods and Daily Pay Option
• A 401K retirement plan
• Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships
• Opportunities for growth and development
• A caring and supportive team work environment
• Perks such as self-care support and EAP
• A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement

About the Wesley Community:

For over 50 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.

We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.