About this opportunity
RiverMead lists this Social Worker, MSW opportunity in peterborough, New Hampshire. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Help residents and families navigate life's transitions with compassion and expertise.
At RiverMead, community and inclusivity are at the heart of our work. We're a LifePlan Community (CCRC) in the Monadnock Region, where residents are empowered to lead a vibrant lifestyle of their choosing, with access to dynamic wellness opportunities. We're committed to providing exceptional non-profit LifeCare services and cultivating a thriving workplace, responsibly.
As our Clinical Social Worker, you'll provide psychosocial assessment, counseling, care coordination, and advocacy for residents and their families across our full continuum of care: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and hospice. You'll support emotional well-being and work with our interdisciplinary team to keep care centered on each person.
What You'll Do
Build and keep a relationship with each resident, and support their families as needed
Keep regular office hours and drop-in times so residents and families can easily reach you
Complete psychosocial assessments after move-in, with annual check-ins
Identify residents' emotional, social, and environmental needs, and put support plans in place
Help residents adjust to aging, community living, chronic illness, and changes in health, and find purpose in their new home
Offer education, support, and resources to residents, families, and staff on dementia, end of life and loss, anxiety, and depression
Share information on resident rights, living wills, power of attorney, and advance directives on request
Work with residents, families, and the Care Coordination Team so moves between levels of care go smoothly
What You'll Bring
Required
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
Current New Hampshire social work license
At least two years of social work experience in health care, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospice, or another setting serving older adults
Skills in psychosocial assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and care planning
Knowledge of aging, dementia, long-term care, and healthcare systems
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict management
Comfort with Microsoft Office and electronic health record software (PointClickCare or similar)
Preferred
Coursework or specialized training in gerontology or palliative/hospice care
Experience with older adults across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care
Certification in gerontological social work (ASW-G) or hospice and palliative care (APHSW-C)
Ready to Join Us?
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance, with RiverMead paying 75% of the medical premium
Retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous PTO that rolls over, up to 360 hours
A supportive team and meaningful work with residents
Apply at rivermead.org. ( RiverMead is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
peterborough, NH, 03458, US
Who can apply
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