Otterbein SeniorLife·Jackson, Michigan
The Social Worker provides psychosocial support to residents and families to enhance their quality of life within the community. Key duties include managing care planning, conducting admission assessments, and leading the Grievance Committee.
The role of the Social Worker is to create an environment in the home that provides opportunity for the community members to enjoy the highest possible quality of life and provides psychosocial support to residents, families, and partners, which will enhance the quality of life for residents and will promote the health of the intentional community of home.
Full TIme
Know each resident and their family including a psychosocial profile of the resident and an understanding of the family members and dynamics.
Participates in care planning for resident needs.
Assures that out of facility activities are available to residents.
Understand and complete MDSs timely and accurately
Lead the Grievance Committee, hearing any resident concerns and following up on them timely.
Understanding the ability to complete investigations with the assistance of the Executive Director
Provide annual education on Abuse, Neglect, and Misappropriation
Issue NOMNC, and ABN information and allow for appeal process.
Support and encourage social work interns as needed
Includes families in the planning process.
Understands the process for Medicaid Waiver and helps support transitions of care
Evaluates the effectiveness of the programs and activities.
Weekly support to each level of care in Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing.
Completes PAS/RR and LOCs on admission
Documents in accordance with the organization’s policies.
Complete admission assessments
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Coordinates resident discharges.
Coordinates care conferences.
Benefits*
*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Social Worker at Otterbein!
Candidates should have post-secondary education and a Michigan Social Worker license. At least 2 years of related experience, preferably in a nursing home setting, is required.
Market context
In Michigan, social worker openings are often tied to healthcare, behavioral health, and community support settings, where employers look for licensed clinicians with experience serving similar patient populations. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, a valid Michigan license, and three or more years of related experience, while offering medical, dental, vision, vacation, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit before applying.
