Social Worker

Social Worker Overview

• The Social Worker role involves supporting clients in a dementia care program within an adult day care center.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive psychosocial assessments and care planning.
• Facilitate family meetings and provide education on elderly rights and well-being.
• Engage with families and friends to address the needs of vulnerable elderly populations.
• Contribute to the Enhanced Memory Impaired program with specialized dementia care expertise.
• Ensure compliance with all documentation and care planning requirements.
• Work onsite in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Social Worker Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct MDS and psychosocial assessments for clients in dementia care programs.
• Coordinate and facilitate care planning and documentation processes.
• Lead family and team meetings to address client needs effectively.
• Educate families on elderly rights and the well-being of vulnerable populations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client care quality.
• Provide support and guidance to families and friends of clients.
• Ensure adherence to program standards and regulatory requirements.

Social Worker Job Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Valid New York State License in Social Work (LMSW).
• Minimum of one year of experience; two years preferred.
• Five years of dementia care experience is highly desirable.
• Certification in Dementia Care is a plus.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is advantageous.
• Experience in adult day care centers is preferable.
• Strong written, communication, and organizational skills required.