Social Worker, MSW

Responsibilities

• Build and keep a relationship with each resident, and support their families as needed
• Keep regular office hours and drop-in times so residents and families can easily reach you

Complete psychosocial assessments after move-in, with annual check-ins

• Identify residents' emotional, social, and environmental needs, and put support plans in place
• Help residents adjust to aging, community living, chronic illness, and changes in health, and find purpose in their new home
• Offer education, support, and resources to residents, families, and staff on dementia, end of life and loss, anxiety, and depression
• Share information on resident rights, living wills, power of attorney, and advance directives on request
• Work with residents, families, and the Care Coordination Team so moves between levels of care go smoothly

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program

Current New Hampshire social work license

• At least two years of social work experience in health care, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospice, or another setting serving older adults
• Skills in psychosocial assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and care planning
• Knowledge of aging, dementia, long-term care, and healthcare systems
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including conflict management
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and electronic health record software (PointClickCare or similar)

Preferred

• Coursework or specialized training in gerontology or palliative/hospice care
• Certification in gerontological social work (ASW-G) or hospice and palliative care (APHSW-C)

Preferred

• Experience with older adults across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care
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Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance, with RiverMead paying 75% of the medical premium

Retirement plan with a 6% employer match

• Generous PTO that rolls over, up to 360 hours
• A supportive team and meaningful work with residents

Apply at

• rivermead.org.
• RiverMead is an Equal Opportunity Employer.