Social Worker / Case Manager

The Jewish HealthCare Center is one of New England’s most respected HealthCare facilities, providing innovative long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, hospice services, home care services, and Alzheimer’s care to the community since 1916.

Come and meet us at our in-person job fair! On the spot offers! Wednesday, January 25, 2023, 9am-4pm. 629 Salisbury St., Worcester.

Assure that medically related emotional and social needs of residents are met/maintained on an individual basis. Become a liaison to the community and to health care providers to ensure awareness and knowledge of programs and services of the Center to maximize client base.

Responsibilities:

· Assist residents and families through intake and admission processes and adjustment to the Residence. Advise them of personal and property rights of the resident, and items which are allowed to be brought into the Center. Provide information regarding payment sources and obligations and advise of available sources of payment.

· Provide counseling to meet psychosocial needs of residents and families (Validation, granting permission). Refer patients and residents to a physician for Med reviews or counseling.

· Participate in resident care meetings to develop and implement inter-disciplinary care plans to meet the psycho-social and medical needs of residents. (Advance directives, comfort-care)

· Complete documentation, in timely manner, as required, including documentation for the medical record (assessment/history, quarterly notes, progress notes and discharge).

· Keep supervisor, Director of Nursing and Clinical Services and fellow social workers informed about case load, census activity, transfer notices, and about difficult patients, residents & families.

· Develop and maintain effective working relationships and communication with other departments within the facility. Participate in orientation and in-service training programs. Recommend changes necessary for the Department. Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement program.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Massachusetts State license to practice Social Work with a MSW preferred. Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred. Prefer experience with geriatric population.

We have some great benefits!

· Weekly Pay Checks

· On-Site Human Resources Department

· Employee Assistance Program

· On-site pickup/drop off dry cleaning

If you are driven by your passion to make a positive difference, then come join our caring team of professionals who share the same values and motivation. We believe that maintaining a culture of collaboration and positivity within our team is paramount!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Responsibly following all DPH guidelines.

License/Certification:

• Social Work License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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