Job description

Aase Haugen Senior Services in Decorah, IA is looking for the best Social Services Coordinator to join our team! We would love for you to join us at the largest, most experienced long-term care facility in Northeast Iowa in a career that you find meaningful and gives you purpose.

Position Summary: The primary purpose of the Social Services Coordinator is to identify and provide for each resident’s social, emotional, and psychological needs, to develop the resident’s full potential during his/her stay at the facility, and to assist in the planning of his/her discharge.

Position Structure: Singular staff department responsible for all residents and tenants at Aase Haugen Skilled Nursing Facility (nursing home) and Assisted Living. Full Time position primarily Monday – Friday. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and other shifts when necessary in an on-call capacity. Reports to Nursing Home Administrator.

Position Specifics:

• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of the social service department
• Communicate with residents and family members with empathy, compassion, and professionalism.
• Identify individual social, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide consultation in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the residents.
• Review and follow current federal and state regulations and professional standards.
• Participate in new resident admission process and resident discharge process.
• Participate in resident’s care conferences and resident council meetings
• Intervenes in all resident conflict situations as necessary.
• Provides support for residents and families through life transitions such as new admission or grief counseling
• Identifies and documents changes in behavior and adnises appropriate personnel.
• Assists with the management of the residents’ finances and with securing funding for skilled nursing care services when indicated

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families

Recommended:

• 2-3 yrs. Experience in Long-Term Care setting
• 2 years experience in Social Work
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
• Active Social Work license recommended but not required

Seeking someone who:

• Excels in working independently and as a team
• Demonstrates positive customer service
• Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness, and accountability toward residents, family members, and staff
• Communicates effectively via open, straightforward communication, including use of listening skills
• Reliable and accountable
• Is ready to join a fast-paced, hard-working, and FUN environment!

BenefitsEmployee

Benefits for FT Staff

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Competitive Pension plan with matching funds
• Supplemental Insurances: Critical illness, accident, cancer, and life insurance
• 100% coverage long-term disability insurance
• Excellent paid time off benefits (Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, & Personal Days)
• Apply today to start your Social Work career at Aase Haugen Senior Services! Contact Jodi Hayek-Kappes, Personnel Director at (563)382-3603 for more information regarding the Social Services Coordinator position. Apply in person at Aase Haugen Senior Services, 4 Ohio St., Decorah, IA 52101. Applications can be found online at http://www.aasehaugen.com/contact-us/ or in person from the front office.
• Applications will be accepted through 5/11/2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Decorah, IA 52101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• MSW or BSW (Required)

Work Location: In person

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