Green House Living - Our mission at Green House Living is to create a long-term care where individuals live dignified, fulfilling lives. Our staff are key to fulfilling our mission, and we work hard to find only the best people to be part of our team.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital has entered into a management agreement with Green House Living for Sheridan to run day-to-day operations. If selected for hire, you will be employed by Sheridan Memorial Hospital.

ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we are proud to have achieved the 5-Star Quality Rating, ranking us in the top 13.6% of hospitals rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We believe that our ability to deliver excellent healthcare begins with our people, and we are proud of our more than 750 skilled, experienced, and caring employees. We have over 100 providers who specialize in 25 areas of expertise. Our facility is state-of-the-art, and we are dedicated to providing outstanding patient-centered care. · Nestled at the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains in northern Wyoming, spectacular scenery and outdoor activities abound. Our hospital has the latest technology and equipment comparative to that of many larger facilities, and you will find our staff is friendly, compassionate, caring, and courteous. We focus on creating and nurturing a workplace that encourages, recognizes, and rewards individual effort and creativity. Leadership is responsive to changing modes of healthcare delivery and adapts accordingly. We value effective communication and honesty and believe teamwork based on mutual respect is key to success.

JOB SUMMARY

A social worker plays a vital role in supporting elders and their families through assessment and planning, emotional support, family support and education, advocacy, coordination of services, community resources and documentation and compliance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct initial assessments of residents to evaluate their social, emotional, and psychological needs

• Develop care plans and collaborates with elders, their families and interdisciplinary care teams.

• Provide counseling and emotional support to elders and their families, especially during difficult transitions or periods of adjustment. Offer guidance on coping strategies, conflict resolution, and decision-making.

• Advocate for elders’ rights and interests, ensuring they receive appropriate care and services. Address any concerns or grievances and work to resolve conflicts or issues that arise

• Connect residents and families with community resources, support groups and services that can enhance their quality of life.

• Case management: coordinate care services and facilitate communications between elders, family members, healthcare providers and other professionals involved in care. Monitor elders’ progress and adjust care plans as needed.

• Discharge planning: assist with discharge planning for elders’ transition to other care settings or returning home. Coordinate arrangements for follow-up care, rehabilitation services, or community support to ensure a smooth transition.

• Documentation and reporting: maintain accurate and confidential records of assessment, care plans, and interventions. Document interactions with elders and families and any significant changes in their condition or needs.

• Identifying and reporting instances of abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and other forms of harm. This involves recognizing the signs of mistreatment, conducting thorough assessments, conducting investigations and promptly alerting the appropriate authorities or agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of the elders.

• Community networking: collaborate with community organization, agencies and healthcare providers to enhance support services for the elders. Participate in outreach efforts to raise awareness of available resources and promote healthy aging.

• Navigate complex ethical dilemmas and ensure elders’ rights and preferences are respected in all aspects of their care.

• Stay updated on developments in the field of gerontology, social work and healthcare policy.

• Coordinate and facilitate care conferences between families, elders and interdisciplinary care team.

• Confirm monthly payments with long-term care companies for elders.

• Attend and participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Update and maintain the transfer log, recording comprehensive details of all client transfers, including completion of transfer paperwork.

• Conducting thorough assessments and home visits to evaluate potential elders’ needs and suitability for admission.

• Managing all aspects of the admission process.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience / License and Certifications

• Previous long term care or hospital social work/case manager experience, preferred.

• Masters of Social Work, preferred.

• BLS certification, preferred.

• LSCW, preferred.

Additional Skills

• Excellent communication skills.

• Exhibit a positive attitude.

• Social Work assessment and counseling skills.

• Knowledge of state and federal programs that provide medical care and financial support to individuals.

• Knowledge of community resources.

• Ability to work with diverse patient and staff populations.

• Ability to work independently and amicably in group situations.

• Employee must demonstrate basic computer skills.

Specific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products.

Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.