Social Worker

 Presbyterian Homes & Services of Bloomington is seeking a Social Worker to join its Care Center team.

SCHEDULE/HOURS:  Full-Time, 40 hours, Days

Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington 
9889 Penn Avenue South 
Bloomington, MN 55431 
 
Readily recognizable by the striking clock tower facing Penn Avenue, the village-like setting of Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington continues to grow better with the years.  
 
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: 
- Bus route access 
- Free fitness center access 
- Discounted employee meals 
 
This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Care Center/Long Term Care, Long Term Care with Memory Care, Transitional Care/Rehab 

Salary:  Wage range starts at $48,214 per year - Depending upon experience 

The Social Worker is responsible for implementing resident services for residents consistent with regulations and established best practices. The Social Worker provides support through resident/family advocacy, ongoing assessment and evaluation, service coordination and care planning. The primary focus of this position is the quality of life of residents to assist them in achieving “their best day”.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field.
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.
• Current licensure as a social worker in state in which he/she practices if required by state law.
• Prior experience working with seniors and their families in senior housing, service or health care related environment preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics or health care related environment.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in problem solving and networking within the site and community.
• Excellent assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to organize work flow, respond to emergencies and note detail. Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of social community service delivery systems preferred.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and other common computer programs.
• Demonstrated compatibility with  PHS' mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Based in St. Paul, Minnesota–Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care options and services for older adults. There are over 7,500 team members like you at PHS, serving more than 26,000 older adults through 60+ PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® and other community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive®, the largest geriatric primary care practice in MN, providing comprehensive care for over 15,000 older adults.

An Innovative Leader: Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an Innovative Leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being. PHS is now one of the largest nonprofit senior housing and services providers in the US.

Our strong focus on our employees, means we are committed to an environment where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. With a strong commitment to team growth from within, roughly 80% of leadership roles are filled through the development of people like you. To learn more about PHS culture, benefits and team development, we invite you to visit the "Careers" section of our website.

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PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.