Sign upLog in
Social Work Jobs in Florida

Social Worker

Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake
  • Apopka, Florida
    2 days ago

    Job Description


    At Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake, located at 3355 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703, we understand that a significant change in health can be challenging. That’s why our mission is to provide top-quality care that helps our residents move forward and resume their normal way of life.

    We believe that who we are and what we stand for is evident in our name. At Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake, we strive to care for each resident like family, recognizing that compassionate, personalized care can achieve limitless possibilities. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to supporting and uplifting our residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care to lead fulfilling lives.Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day!


    Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – join the spirited KARE KREWE of Forest Lake!



    You’ll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:

    Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)

    Daily Pay -get paid when YOU want

    401k with Company Match -plan of your future

    Generous PTO, Holidays & Sick Time -we value work life balance

    Tuition Reimbursement -invest in your growth

    Life Insurance & Disability Coverage -peace of mind for you & your family

    Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs -we've got your covered

    Wonderschool Concierge Services -childcare made simple

    Shift Differentials up to $2 an hour depending on location, position & shift!

    Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success!


    This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.

    https://info.flclearinghouse.com

                                                                                                                            


    Solaris HealthCare Forest Lake is seeking a full-time Social Services Assistant. The Social Services Assistant will assist the Director of Social Services as well as the Quality-of-Life Director with various daily tasks in the Social Services Department. This individual will serve as an advocate for our patients and residents, as well as assist the respective directors in ensuring the needs of those we care for are met. Come and see what we have to offer!

    We are located at 3355 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703.

    WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANTS:

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • 401k Retirement
    • Great Work Environment

    SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS:

    • High School Diploma
    • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or social work preferred (experience can substitute for preferred degree)
    • 1-year experience in a senior care setting
    • Experience in a long term care facility is a plus.

    General Description:

    This position is responsible for the admission of patients to the center and coordinates center services to fulfill patients' basic psychosocial needs as well as arranging for the discharge of the patient at the appropriate time. Serves as center ombudsman. 

    Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

    1. Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university, preferably BSW or related social service field
    2. Experience in dealing with people in crisis is preferable
    3. Knowledge of casework process, needs of geriatric patients, medical settings, working knowledge of social and health resources of community, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, and insurances
    4. Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibility efficiently and effectively
    5. Proficiency in standard English

    Responsibilities:

    1. Admit patients to center, following policies and procedures outlined by State, Federal, and Company guidelines.
    2. Establish and maintain a waiting list, ensuring that applicable State, Federal and Company policiesare followed.
    3. Participate in room assignments, ensuring that patients, families and all departments are informed
    4. Ensure that all records required to be filled out are done so completely, legibly, and in a timely fashion
    5. Be able to prepare for and participate in multi­ disciplinary Patient Care Planning Conferences
    6. Act as Ombudsman, informing patient and family of patient's rights and privileges
    7. Keep accurate records of complaints, and report complaints and suggested remedies to the administrator
    8. Perform case work with patients and families, consisting of basic counseling, arranging for transportation, encouraging family participation, and others as necessary to meet patients' needs
    9. Upon admission and throughout stay, coordinate information which will enable patient to be discharged at medically appropriate time
    10. Provide information to other facilities with whom there is a Transfer Agreement on discharge
    11. Participate in Utilization Review meetings
    12. Be aware of community resources, and be able to refer appropriate  patients  to those resources
    13. Develop programs for presentation to various groups regarding nursing home services and/or other marketing related aspects as designated by administrator
    14. Participate in continuing education programs available, with consent of administrator
    15. Participate in center's quality assurance program.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationApopka, Florida

    Skills

    • Community Healthunmatched
    • Community and Social Servicesunmatched
    • Conference Managementunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Fundingunmatched
    • Geriatricsunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Long-Term Careunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Medicaidunmatched
    • Medicareunmatched
    • Nursing Homeunmatched
    • Oracle Solaris (fka Sun Microsystems Solaris)unmatched
    • Patient Admissionsunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Psychologyunmatched
    • Quality Assuranceunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Social Workunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Utilization Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

    Be found by employers

    5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

    Level up your application

    Professional resume templates

    Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

    Free resume templates

    Resume Builder

    Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

    Resume Builder