SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR - SILVER BLUFF
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Liberty CaresWith CompassionAt Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services , we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.We are currently seeking an experienced:SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATORFull Time, DaysJob Summary:* Demonstrates leadership skills by planning and instituting new and innovative ideas and programs in harmony with the overall program of the Facility.* Receives inquiries of prospective residents and maintains records of inquiry.* Interviews patients or family members of residents when application for admission is made.* Explains cost of care involved in appropriate level of care as determined or required by the admitting physician.* Gives appropriate forms necessary to request adequate medical and social information, which will be returned for review.* Works as liaison between families and hospital discharge planners, social service agencies, and physicians.* When appropriate bed is available and all records are in order, gives notice of time patient admission in line with admitting time in Facility policies.* Notifies the family of approval for admission, the room number and time of expected arrival of the patient.* Notifies all appropriate departments of admission.* Greets patient and family at the door. Assists family and patient in settling in room as needed.* Completes cover sheet of MDS form.* Chairs the Admission Conference/MDS meeting for new admissions.* Holds patient-family conferences as deemed appropriate.* Attends and participates in required meetings.* Assists families or residents with discharge placement and discharge information as needed. Maintains list of community resources.* Receives complaints from residents or families investigates and reports to the Department Director.* Receives and reviews change of room requests. Notifies appropriate departments of room changes.* 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, administrative nursing and other Social Workers (if applicable) for input regarding admissions and room changes.* Writes correspondence as necessary following established correspondence procedures* Monitors to assure appropriate sections on MDS completed within 14 days of patient admission. Monitors through Quality Assurance monitors per calendar.* Assures that Social work progress notes and electronic assessments completed according to documentation policies.* Assures that Social Worker meets residents' social needs through scheduled periodic visits.* Assists with Family Council, providing topics for discussion, offering support, etc. May be required to conduct resident council.* Receives notification of residents on which there are notes precautions regarding a resident's precautionary condition and follows Facility procedure.* Participates in Quality Assurance committee by performing monitors and reporting to the Q.A. Committee.* Meets with Social Workers (if applicable) on a monthly basis to receive concerns, and/or suggestions to improve department. Reports concerns, solutions and suggestions to Department Director.* Encourages department in a professional manner keeping Facility objectives in focus.* Assists in providing annual services to staff.* In case of fire or fire drill* Shut off all electrical equipment.* Shut doors.* Report to Nurses Station for further instruction.* Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:* Must be a high school graduate. Must have one year of experience in the health care or long-term care field or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Must be willing to work and cooperate with other employees.* Must be able to problem-solve.* Must be able to work well under pressure.* Demonstrates neat appearance and good personal hygiene.* Wears appropriate business attire.* Must read, know and follow personnel, department, and Facility policies.* Must be knowledgeable of local, state and federal regulations as relates to social needs of patients.* Runs errands as necessary.* On occasion, may assist with transporting patients to doctor's appointments. (This could be driving a van or car or riding with and staying with the patient).* Must have a valid driver's license.Visit www.libertyhealthcareandrehab.com for more information.Background checks/drug-free workplace.EOE.PIeef44f7e1bcc-37395-#######2