Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Social Worker
Location: Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – Dunkirk, NY
Position Type: Full-Time | Day Shift
Make a difference in the lives of residents and families.
Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and organized Social Worker to support residents' emotional, social, and discharge planning needs in our skilled nursing facility.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Provide psychosocial assessments, support, and counseling to residents and families
-
Assist with admissions, discharges, and care planning
-
Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and interdisciplinary care teams
-
Advocate for resident rights and support conflict resolution
-
Maintain documentation in accordance with DOH and CMS guidelines
-
Coordinate referrals to community services and long-term care planning
-
Support residents with transitions, adjustment to facility life, and grief counseling
Qualifications:
-
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) – required
-
Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LMSW) – preferred
-
Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility – preferred
-
Knowledge of discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, care conferences
-
Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
What We Offer:
-
Supportive interdisciplinary team
-
Competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k))
- Training and development opportunities
-
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and families