Long Term Care Social Worker

Job DetailsJob Location: Seattle, WA 98118Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $29.00 - $34.00 HourlyWe are actively seeking a Long Term Care Social Worker   You will join our amazing team in one of our Long Term Care Units.  We are excited to launch a comprehensive program that will also include therapeutic activities and social services coordination on the unit.  Come join us and lend your enthusiasm and ideas to this new program, aimed to meet the psycho-social needs of our residents through dynamic activities and compassionate social services. Schedule:  Full time 40 hours a week    Primary responsibilities: Comprehensive psychosocial assessments Developing and maintaining a plan of care in collaboration with the team Coordinating dynamic activity programs and documentation on the unit Resource referral and contact with families of residents to provide support and/or collaboration towards goals of the family and resident Crisis and therapeutic interventions Perform assigned resident interviews that assess each individual mood, behavior, and cognitive ability and write the accompanying summary of findings  Knowledge, skills and abilities: Provide education and techniques to unit staff of person-centered interventions that can be utilized to address any mood, behavioral, or cognitive concerns residents might present with. Meets deadlines for time sensitive responsibilities Excellent follow through and communication skills Ability to work with charge nurse to lead the Unit team Passion for the elderly Ability to engage with families, residents and team Qualifications Degree in Social work or related field of study 2 years' experience in Human Services or applicable field Prior experience in activities is a plus Ability to manage moving priorities each day Strong verbal and written communication skills Computer skills for charting and documentation Strong team player with the ability to have FUN! Benefits: Major Medical Health Insurance Dental Insurance PAID TIME OFF and separate PAID SICK TIME Retirement program with Employer contribution! Scholarships Student Loan Forgiveness Program! Company paid Life Insurance Annual increases  Kline Galland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. About Kline Galland Kline Galland is a Seattle-based, full-service senior health care resource. For over 110 years, Kline Galland has served the King County senior care needs. Kline Galland’s mission is driven by Jewish values that honor aging by providing exceptional senior care delivered by exceptional people. Today Kline Galland serves over 15,000 residents, patients and family members yearly. Kline Galland is the trusted partner of over 60 community referral programs and remains Washington State's only hospice operated within a Jewish environment, and hosts the largest Transitional Care/Rehab unit in the state of Washington.