Job Information
EASTERN MONTANA VETERANS HOME Licensed Social Worker in GLENDIVE, Montana
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Must have graduated from an accredited school and hold a valid MSW or LMSW in good standing
Previous experience in Social Work
Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program required
Completion of orientation required by company policy
Health screening and TB test (if required) within two weeks of employment
Ability to pass a drug test
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Experience with geriatric patients or in a Skilled Nursing Facility is a major plus
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Ensure development and regular review of appropriate discharge plans in conjunction with overall plan of care
Provide family conferences and serve as a support and liaison between the participant, family and facility
Facilitate participant's adaptation to the adult day health care program
Promote and facilitate participant active involvement in plan of care as appropriate
Assess participants for signs of mental illness and/or dementia and make appropriate referrals
Arrange and coordinate additional support services which are not available at the facility
Serve as a participant advocate by safeguarding their civil and human rights
Discharge planning, assistance in transition and follow-up
Participate in social service quality assurance evaluation
Follow-up of hospitalized participants
Facilitation of support groups to family and participants through individual or group counseling
Conduct support groups or facilitate participant or family/caregiver participation in support groups
Assist program staff in adapting to changes in participant's behavior.
Full-time position.
Wage will be discussed at interview. Benefits include: 401(k) and matching, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off and vision insurance.
To apply for this position, submit a COMPANY application to Job Service.
The required application is available in TRAY 16 at Glendive Job Service. An electronic copy of the application materials are available, to have them emailed to you please send a request to GlendiveJSC@mt.gov or call 406-377-3314 ext 0.