About this role
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Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge and ability to apply standards of professional social work practice in long term care setting.
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Develops and maintains social work policies and procedures reflecting current professional standards and philosophy of care consistent with State and Federal regulations.
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Communicates directly with residents, family, staff, interdisciplinary team members and Department Heads to coordinate care and services, improve organization and implementation of plans of care to maintain a high quality of care.
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Demonstrates knowledge and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
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Demonstrates competency in the protection and promotion of and advocacy for residents’ rights.
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Possesses thorough knowledge and understanding of quality improvement processes as well as emergency and safety requirements.
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Responds to resident behavioral and psychiatric issues by completing behavioral and psychosocial assessments, providing treatment recommendations and making referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health providers.
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When necessary or assigned, maintains a social services caseload; providing social services to residents as required.
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Consult on a regular basis with the facility’s Behavior Management Program to ensure that the program is properly implemented and functioning to meet the psychosocial needs of the resident.
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Able to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
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Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times.
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Demonstrates knowledge of emergency and disaster protocols.
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Demonstrates ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete projects within the allotted time and within the allotted budget.
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Able to respond to change productively and to handle additional projects as assigned.
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Maintain skills and knowledge through continuing education Applies information to job responsibilities.
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Other facts
About PruittHealth
At PruittHealth, Family Makes Us Stronger, and it is at the center of everything we do. We don’t just hire employees. We welcome partners into our family.
Since its inception in 1969, PruittHealth has been a family-owned, innovative organization committed to providing exceptional care across a wide spectrum of services including: skilled nursing, assisted & independent living, home health, end-of-life hospice, rehabilitation, pharmacy/infusion services, and more.
Today, the organization spans across the Southeast, touches 170 communities, cares for 24,000 patients daily, and is driven by 13,000 passionate partners.
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What you'll do
- Assist the Social Services Director with daily activities and ensure compliance with regulations. Coordinate care and services with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to maintain high-quality care.
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