Social Worker - Full Time

Social Worker

About Frederick Living

Frederick Living has evolved into a community that thrives on purpose, opportunity and living life to its fullest. While others in our market space talk about seniors and retirement, here we talk about people and opportunity. Our heritage, mission and core values play a fundamental role as they ground us in the present and shape our future.

Discover Frederick Living’s benefits and how you can experience Life with Purpose™

•  Health Insurance 
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus Program
• Compassion and Relief Fund
• Wellness Programs

At Frederick Living the Social Worker will develop, implement and evaluate the social services program and coordinate admissions for skilled nursing. 

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing environment
• Prior admissions, discharge planned experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance coverage, including eligibility verification, authorization processes and resident financial responsibilities.
• Strong communication, organization, customer service and computer skills, including electronic health records and referral systems.

Job Competencies

• Develop and maintain a Social Service Program for Cedarwood that meets all state and federal guidelines.
• Complete MDS, person-centered care plans and social service documentation in a timely manner.
• Coordinate hairdresser, vision, dental, podiatry and audiology services.
• Review and update social service policies and procedures annually and as needed.
• Issue Medicare and insurance cut letters and ABN’s as needed in coordination with RNAC.
• Serve as the resident advocate for Cedarwood.
• Coordinate resident and family/resident representative care conferences in cooperation with the RNAC.
• Assist with insurance reviews and obtaining authorizations as needed.
• Perform a variety of services for meeting the psychosocial and personal needs of residents and families, such as assisting with initial adjustment, subsequent changes, trauma informed care assessment, and crisis management.
• Financial/insurance counseling and assistance with the medical assistance application process.
• Oversee the discharge-planning process.
• Assist NHA and DON with investigation of abuse allegations.
• Complete and maintain MA 401’s and PASRR’s for collaboration with UMR reviews.
• Serve as the point of contact for all admissions into Cedarwood.
• Meet or exceed occupancy goals.
• Work with referral sources and marketing team members to establish and maintain positive relationships with outside referral sources. Follow-up on leads in a timely manner.
• Manage inquiries, correspondence and tours with prospective applicants and/or resident representatives.
• Gather necessary pre-admission paperwork for the prospective applicant.
• Coordinate transitions within Frederick Living to Cedarwood.
• Monitor residents during hospitalizations; track progress and communicate with resident representatives and team members.
• Follow up with resident and/or resident representative to determine bed hold status while the resident is at the hospital.
• Meet with the applicant/resident and/or resident representative to review and sign admissions paperwork including the agreement in a timely manner.
• Ensure rooms are ready for a new admission.
• Maintain data of referrals, bed management and census information.
• Participate in committees.
• Abide by the organization’s code of conduct in the performance of their duties.
• Perform other duties as required.

Why You’ll Love Working at Frederick Living

At Frederick Living, you’ll be part of a compassionate, purpose-driven team. As a Social Worker, you’ll make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, while supporting person centered care. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Frederick Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.