• Job Description

  Req#: 547645

  BIRMINGHAM GREEN

  Nursing Home

  Social Worker

  Day shift (Full Time)

  Become an essential part of our commitment to exceptional care

  Birmingham Green strives to create a welcoming environment where our residents feel at home. Our approach centers on the whole person, prioritizing their overall well-being, not just their physical health. This holistic approach reflects our values of Stewardship, Inclusiveness, and Passion. Serving our senior residents is of utmost importance. That's why we need your skills and dedication on our team.

  For a view into our world, please visit our website at www.birminghamgreen.org

  Responsibilities/Accountabilities

  We have an amazing opportunity for Social Worker that can:

  • Acts as facility liaison with county social workers, community services boards, Medicaid, SSI, Social Security, legal aide, and other services
  • Performs assessments of residents

  Summary: Addresses all social service needs of residents in the Nursing Facility by performing the following duties. Conducts intake assessments, and writes social histories, care plans, discharge plans, and social service notes.

  Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  § Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, families, staff, and other professionals. Proficient interpersonal relations skills and capability of relating to a variety of personalities and cultures.

  § Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, local and state.

  § Working knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare regulations.

  § Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

  Education and Experience:

  § Bachelor’s degree (BSW) in Social Work from an accredited college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master’s degree (MSW) from an accredited college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education experience preferred.

  § Experience working with the elderly in long-term care services with knowledge of geriatric mental health services preferred.

  § Experience working with the mental health population preferred.

  Computer knowledge.

  Essential Functions:

  § Meets with residents and families to identify significant social, economic, family, or other factors in relation to the resident’s well-being at Birmingham Green.

  § Works in close collaboration with physicians and other healthcare personnel in the resident evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying resident’s health problem.

  § Work with residents, families, and responsible parties to provide support in taking a more proactive role in self-advocacy to improve the quality of life/care of residents

  § Work within an interdisciplinary team to promote and protect resident rights and the psychosocial well-being of each resident.

  § Assist families with financial assistance as required.

  § Completes social histories, discharge plans, assessments, MDS, biopsychosocial and other documentation in a timely manner consistent with the policies, procedures, and applicable government regulations.

  § Provides therapeutic interventions to assist residents, families, and responsible parties in coping with their transition and adjustment to the facility in necessary.

  § Coordinates discharge planning to ensure residents’ safe return to the community.

  § Provides social services in nursing facilities according to the NASW Code of Ethics and Social Work Standards of Practice.

  § Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

  
  

  Related Duties and Responsibilities:

  § Assists the Admissions Coordinator and Nursing Department in other tasks as needed to accomplish the objectives of the Department and the Birmingham Green.

  § Interdisciplinary Team member.

  § Provide supervision for interns in necessary.

  Experience/Skills/Education

  Required:

  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Social Work or a related field (i.e., Sociology, Psychology, Nursing) from a four-year college or university with experience in a related field and a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Office and Outlook

  Preferred:

  • Experience working with the elderly in an adult living or long-term care facility with knowledge of geriatric mental health services
  • Knowledge of Medicaid/Medicare eligibility requirements

  What’s in It for You — Employee Benefits

  - Medical, dental, & vision insurance to keep you healthy

  - Flexible spending accounts & health savings accounts

  - Legal plan & Employee Assistance Program to get support when you need it most

  - Company-paid life insurance to make sure your loved ones are taken care of

  - Voluntary retirement scheme to support your long-term financial goals

  - 10 paid holidays to recharge & celebrate

  - Accrue up to 240 PTO hours per year to use for vacation, sick days, or personal time

  - Possibility to cash out accrued PTO hours once per year

  - Discounts to save money on everything from gym memberships to movie nights

  - Free meals during your shift to stay fueled & energized

  - Critical illness leave to help you focus on your recovery

  - Pet insurance to make sure your companion will receive the best possible care

  - Benefits call center to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have!

  Interested? Send us your application! We will contact you shortly.

  Building a diverse team & an inclusive environment

  The concepts of acceptance and respect for all are important to us. We actively cultivate a culture where all individuals are appreciated, celebrated, and treated with respect, no matter their background or beliefs. This involves convening a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee that organizes monthly events that promote diversity and inclusivity and ensuring that our residents are also involved in these initiatives.

  For a view into our world, please visit our website at www.birminghamgreen.org

  How to Apply

  If you have been thinking about making a change and want to make the right change in 2024, then this opportunity is for you.

  Come be a part of an extraordinary community and an exceptional team.

  Birmingham Green

  8605 Centreville Rd.

  Manassas, VA 20110

  Attention: Alice Decker/HR Director

  703-257-6210- Phone

  703-257-0811 - Fax

  We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Birmingham Green.

  Birmingham Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

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