PURPOSE
To specify duties and requirements of the Social Worker

POLICY
Each employee/contract agent will receive a description of his/her position that includes duties and responsibilities, and the minimum requirements for the position.

PROCEDURE

REPORTS TO: Administration

NATURE OF WORK

1. Understand the needs of consumers affected by cognitive impairments;
2. Be sensitive to the needs of the consumers’ family and/or caregivers;
3. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills;
4. Demonstrate an ability to interact in a professional manner with provider staff and representatives from outside agencies;
5. Be available to work unscheduled days and hours;
6. Be a team builder and participant to attain care, organization and program objectives;
7. Maintain First Aid, CPR and CPI certification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct admission interviews and psychosocial assessments, complete admission forms and ensure the collection of physical exams, ISP’s, and other needed forms relating to the consumer;
2. Create and maintain consumer files with all required documentation;
3. Review files on a quarterly basis and report findings to Program Manager;
4. Assist with developing and evaluating the social service needs of consumers on an ongoing basis and develop and evaluate (quarterly) the social service portion of the consumer care plan;
5. Assist in the provision of case management for consumers regarding all facets of care within the Foundation;
6. Participate in the consumer ISP meetings and recommend/establish consumer goals and course schedules;
7. Work with the Program Manager to ensure all instructional staff understand the consumers’ strengths, goals, medical and behavioral needs in order to facilitate consumer care and growth;
8. Under the supervision of the management respond to and record inquiries regarding FEA service;
9. Under the supervision of the management provide support and liaison between the consumer, family, and agency;
10. Under the supervision of the management check in with consumers as needed;
11. Advocate for consumers, by safe guarding their rights and care; while following FEA guidelines
12. Under the supervision of the management facilitate discharge planning and continual consumer care;
13. Participate in the continuous quality improvement team;
14. Participate in the research and train staff in the emotional care and behavior management of consumers;
15. Attend weekly staff meetings and trainings;
16. Check consumer progress notes daily;
17. Check staff notebook documentation for completeness;
18. Create and notify providers and families of consumer outings;
19. Under the supervision of management create quarterly summaries of clients progress;
20. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral/social science/social work or related field
2. 1-2 years of experience working with adults with disabilities.