Company Tendercare Clare
Address 600 SE 4th ST
Company Location Clare, MI 48617-9201

Job Description
Tendercare Health and Rehabilitation Center of Clare, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center is seeking the skills, knowledge and abilities of a qualified Social Worker to serve the needs of the residents.
· Responsible for initiating and maintaining a comprehensive social services program within the facility.
· Assists residents/patients in the achievement and maintenance of maximum psychosocial functioning and independence.
· Handles resident/patient concerns and assists residents/patients in a respectful and non-judgmental manner, fostering independence and self-determination whenever possible.
· Coordinates a self-governing resident council and arranges for a family council.
· Maintains resident/patient records per federal and state regulations and Extendicare policies and procedures.
· Makes optimum use of community resources and assists in the facilitation of the resident's/patient's discharge planning. Is an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team(IDT).
· Develops a working relationship with private and public social health and welfare resources in the community.
· Follows all Extendicare policies and procedures.
Other Duties:
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Treats all residents, visitors, and staff with courtesy.
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Handles admission inquires and facility tours when needed.
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Assists with special facility programs and events.
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Participates in committees as assigned.
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Speaks to outside groups to provide information regarding the nursing home and its services.
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Functions as resident/patient advocate for resident/patient rights and resident/patient concern program.
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Assists in the development and revision of Standards of Practice relating to social services.
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Participates in all-hands dining.
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Participates in marketing events.
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Participates in professional functions, organizations, and groups.
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Reviews the Social Services Manual at least annually.
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Assists in execution of Advance Directives, when appropriate.
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Visits hospital discharge planners, as appropriate.
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Performs other duties as directed by facility management.
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Works overtime, holiday and weekend hours as scheduled.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor''s degree in social work and experience in working in a skilled health/rehabilitation center
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Ability to plan and adapt policies and procedures relating to the social service department.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Demonstrate integrity, imagination and initiative, showing appropriate manner and conduct.
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Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
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Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.
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Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
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Meets all health requirements, as required by law.