Social Worker Per Diem

Norwalk Care Center - Key duties include conducting assessments, developing care plans, mediating family communication, managing admissions/discharges, and ensuring compliance with regulations.Assessment & Care Planning: Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments upon admission and develop personalized care plans, including 90-day updates.Advocacy: Protect residents' rights, address complaints or reports of abuse/neglect, and act as a liaison between residents, families, and staff.Discharge & Care Coordination: Facilitate safe discharge planning, coordinate with community resources (e.g., home health, hospice), and work with the interdisciplinary team.Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records of social services, progress notes, and assessments in compliance with state/federal regulations.Experience: At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting.Knowledge: Strong understanding of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, residents' rights, and, state/federal, 6 rules.Skills: Excellent communication, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and empathy.