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Elderwood·Buffalo, New York
Social Worker · $30/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 80 posted behavioral health roles in Buffalo, New York rates. This role sits in the 66th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 19% above the Buffalo, New York median for behavioral health roles.
The social worker is responsible for managing a caseload of residents, assisting with care plans, and facilitating the discharge or transfer process. They also provide counseling to residents and their families while coordinating with other departments to meet resident needs.
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Social Worker - Position Overview: Social Worker team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing social services for residents.
A degree in social work, human services, or psychology is required for this position.
At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting - preferably long term care - is required.
401K with Employer Matching Health Insurance and PTO Available Employee Referal Program Elderwood Benefits as a Social Worker (must qualify): Tuition Reimbursement Programs Employee Referral Bonus 401K with Employer Matching PTO & Holiday Package Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision Other Compensation Programs!
Assumes a social work caseload of all residents on a nursing unit according to policies and procedures described in Section B of the Social Services Manual. Greets and helps acclimate new residents. Assists with development and review of plan of care to meet the long and short range health care goals for individual residents on the assigned nursing unit. Completes SCREEN form for new admissions to unit and for discharge process if applicable. Takes an active part in decisions and procedures regarding discharge or transfer of residents to another level of care. Documents pertinent information regarding residents as required by department and facility policies and procedures. Cooperates with staff of other departments in meeting the physical, emotional and social needs of residents. Provides financial, personal, or group counseling for residents and their family members or sponsor. Participates in in-service training programs upon request. From Up to
Social Worker: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human services, rehabilitation counseling, or psychology from an accredited institution; and services/ field including, but not limited to, sociology, gerontology, special education. One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals Experience in discharge planning. Valid Drivers License and clean driving record required. Work experience in the admission or discharge area of social work very desirable. Desire and ability to work with the elderly and to cooperate with other staff members necessary. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field. At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting is required.
Market context
New York social worker openings are often driven by ongoing demand in mental health and substance use treatment settings, especially for candidates with clinical experience. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree in social work, relevant hands-on experience, and preferred NYS LMSW or LCSW licensure. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and match your clinical experience to the posting; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help save research time by pulling key details from the original job description.