Social Services Coordinator at Medilodge of Zeeland

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Coordinator to join our team at Medilodge of Zeeland. This is a full-time position, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families. Provides direct psychosocial intervention. Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually. Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes. Provides direct psychosocial intervention. Coordinates resident visits with outside services, dental, optical, etc. Attends and documents resident counsel meetings. Assists resident's families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process. Works with the patient, family and other team members to plan discharge. Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights. Performs other tasks as assigned.Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment. Skilled in directing and motivating the workforceBSSW, MSSW preferred Licensing as required by the state of employmentOne year of experience in a long-term care environment. PI42e895631240-25405-39092446