Job Description

$5,000 HIRING BONUS!

Come join our awesome team as a Social Worker at Senior Community Care of Colorado-Montrose. Relocation Bonus offered!

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Pay: MSW with SW-C or LSW under supervision: $63-$75k annually; or LCSW $80k-$110k annually.

Schedule: Fulltime, M-F, 8a-5p

Employer/Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA) 
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution 
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees: 

• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability 
• Loan program
• NEW! NetSpend option: 50% of wages before payday
• Ministry Program

The Social Worker  Routinely assesses the needs of participants and families and determines the most appropriate and effective social services interventions to meet participant goals. Based on the assessment and/or evaluation of the participant, the Social Worker works in coordination with the IDT, Behavioral Health Specialist, Chaplain, contracted providers, and others to implement the plan of care and to provide psych/social interventions. The Social Worker acts as an education resource for the PACE team and supports the organizations goal to provide high-quality, person-centered care to all participants.

Do you have your master’s degree in social work but are unlicensed? If you’re willing to pursue a LCSW, SCCCO provides clinical supervision to support individuals that are pursuing their licensure!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school required.
• Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified with the state of Colorado as a SW-C or LSW, OR be licensed in the state of Colorado as a LCSW.
• Must have current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
• A minimum of one year’s experience working with frail or elderly population required. Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience with frail/chronically ill elderly people.
• Ability to provide psychosocial assessment and individual, family and group counseling.
• Effective verbal/written communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Training and/or mentoring experience and ability to complete performance objectives, measures and evaluations.
• Good public speaking skills with all size groups.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and written.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
• Only acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice. Must meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Senior CommUnity Care and approved by CMS before working independently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs in person initial assessments for enrollment of potential Senior CommUnity Care participants to obtain a complete psychosocial history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics mental health and substance dependency and other issues and needs. Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant.
• Conducts in person re-assessment of enrolled participants every six (6) months and as needed.
• Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at and participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
• Provides ongoing support, counsel, and education to participants and family regarding a variety of issues, including but not limited to: the aging process, dementia, grief and loss, end of life, disease processes, difficult family dynamics and changing roles, PACE model and PACE health services.
• Presents requests to Interdisciplinary Team for and coordinates admission/discharge to contracted facilities for temporary respites and permanent placement.
• Acts as facilitator for meetings with participant, family, caregivers, and community agencies to clarify, or problem solves issues regarding the plan of care. Mediates discussions between all parties.
• If hospice care is appropriate actively provides emotional support, grief work, education and funeral/financial planning referral. Facilitates hospice or nursing home placement as needed. Initiate referrals to external resources with community agencies such as Adult Protective Services, Housing Authority, or public utility companies. Advocates with these entities for purposes of maintaining community stability.
• Assists participants and caregivers to complete Medical Durable Power Of Attorney (MDPOA) Proxy, and Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) directives as needed.
• Attends and actively participates in a variety of organizational meetings related to participant care, including but not limited to: Morning Meeting, Intake and Assessment Meeting, various in-services and community agency meetings.
• Acts as a resource to other team members and day center staff regarding topics such as dementia, difficult behaviors, and difficult personalities.
• Completes and ensures completion of documentation of clinical service, in participant’s medical records including initial assessments, re-assessments, change of status, temporary or permanent placements, hospital admissions and discharges, home and nursing home visits and other significant events according to Senior CommUnity Care documentation requirements.
• Assists participants and caregivers in filing grievances.
• Acts within scope of his or her authority to practice.
• Follow all Senior CommUnity Care policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
• Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures, results and information about employees, participants, and families.
• Maintains safe working environment. Follows Senior CommUnity Care Safety policies and procedures.
• Participates in and supports Quality Improvement Initiatives.
• Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.
• Performs other duties as required.

Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success. SCCCO has centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by the breathtaking Colorado scenery. 

We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package that support a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified 7 years in a row!

At   VOANS , we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. 

 

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): Experience working with frail or elderly population.

Preferred

• Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting.

Education

Required

• Masters or better in Social Work

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Licensed Social Worker

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Day shift,

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