Social Worker (Part Time) - Highfield Gardens Care Center : Job Details

At Highfield, we are dedicated to creating a sensitive, nurturing and comfortable home where each resident receives personalized care and attention. We take pride in our resident-centered philosophy and approach to care. Whether in our short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, or specialty programs, this philosophy is reflected in our commitment to promoting optimum independence and quality of life for all those who pass through our doors. We are currently seeking a part time Social Worker to join our team.

Discharge planning for those in our sub-acute program is a critical focus of the position as well as assisting with adjustment issues related to changing life circumstances and serving as an advocate for residents and their families. Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of medical professionals is a daily occurrence and one that is an enriching and challenging experience.

Qualified applicant will be a motivated self-starter with a degree in Social Work. Bi-lingual candidate with health care experience is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive discharge planning, provide emotional support to patients/residents and families, complete MDS and psychosocial assessments.
• Coordinate and facilitate discharges, care planning and completion of all documentation
• Facilitate team and family meetings, education on resident rights and well-being needs of the vulnerable elderly and ill population.

Prior sigma preferred and nursing home experience a must.