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Job description
Solaris Healthcare Charlotte Harbor is hiring a Full-Time Social Services Discharge Planner
Preferably a degree in social work or a degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology.Will preferably have one (1) year supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals, discharge planning preferred.
We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day. Solaris HealthCare Charlotte Harbor is a 180-bed Skilled Nursing & Rehab Facility in Port Charlotte, Florida.
We are located at 4000 Kings Hwy, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers - join the spirited KARE KREWE of Charlotte Harbor!
You'll love being part of our team-and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:
Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)
Advanced Pay -get paid when YOU want
401k with Company Match -plan for your future
Generous ETO, Holidays & Sick Time - we value work life balance
Tuition Reimbursement - invest in your growth
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage - peace of mind for you & your family
Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs - we've got your covered
Shift Differentials depending on location, position & shift!
Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success!
This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.
Full Time Position Social Service Associate
Now Available
Purpose of Your Job Position
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of our Solaris HealthCare's Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Social Services and/or Administrator, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Job Functions
Administrative Functions Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the social service programs of this Solaris HealthCare
Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures
Keep abreast of current social service-related federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Social Services Director or Administrator
Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes
Be able to identify medically related social and emotional needs of the resident
Participate in discharge planning, resident assessments, and development and implementation of social service care plans
Interview resident/families to obtain social history information
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director as required
Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible
Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary
Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when Solaris HealthCare does not provide the services or needs of the resident
Provide information to resident/families re: Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident
Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in an effort to develop social service programs that will solve the needs and problems of residents
Assist in the review and updating of departmental job descriptions at least annually
In the absence of the Director assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the social service department
Maintain a quality working relationship with medical professionals and other health related facilities and organizations
Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary
Work with Solaris HealthCare's consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
Make written and oral reports/recommendations as necessary to the Director concerning the operation of the social service department
Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished
Assist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies), and referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required
Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plans for social service interventions
Interpret social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members
Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident
Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related social functions to ensure that tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded
Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator, of action(s) taken. Follow Solaris HealthCare's established procedures
Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies
Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the social services department
Participate in Solaris HealthCare surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed
Ensure that social service progress notes are current, informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the resident's response to the service
Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, standards of practice, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality social service
Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident
Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning social service programs and activities. Meet with others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Director or Administrator
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/Solaris HealthCare information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Director, Administrator, and Privacy Officer
Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access Solaris HealthCare's information system
Committee Functions
Personnel Functions
Staff Development
Safety and Sanitation
Equipment and Supply Functions
Care Plan and Assessment Functions
Resident Rights
Miscellaneous
Education
Preferably a bachelor's degree in social work or a bachelor's degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology.
Experience
Will preferably have one (1) year supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals, discharge planning preferred.
Worksite address
punta gorda, FL, 33599, US
Who can apply
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