Temporary Social Worker

Temporary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to join our team in Seneca, NY. This role is part of a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The Social Worker will play a key role in improving the quality of life for participants through advocacy, assessment, planning, and direct support in various aspects of their lives, including psychological, psychosocial, financial, environmental, and interpersonal matters.

This position requires collaboration with participants, their families, interdisciplinary care teams, and community partners to ensure a seamless continuum of care.

 

Compensation:  $40-$50 Per Hour

 

Schedule:

 

  • Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Full-time, on-site and fieldwork as needed

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Advocate for participants and their families to ensure they receive comprehensive, compassionate care.
  • Assess and evaluate psychosocial functioning, including conducting mental status assessments.
  • Assist participants with navigating complex issues such as adjustment to illness/disability/treatment, financial concerns, and environmental challenges.
  • Provide crisis intervention, end-of-life care, and emotional support to participants and their families.
  • Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Care Team (IDT) and community partners such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), assisted living facilities (ALFs), and Adult Protective Services (APS).
  • Participate in discharge planning and care coordination to ensure smooth transitions between care settings.
  • Enlist and connect participants to community resources and agencies to address unmet needs.
  • Deliver education to participants and their caregivers to promote health, wellness, and independence.
  • Conduct home visits, visits to PACE sites, and travel to community settings as required.

 

Requirements:

 

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited college or university
  • Active New York State LMSW or LCSW license
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience in a healthcare setting – required.
  • One (1) year experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.
    • If under one year of experience, must complete PACE training upon hire.
  • Experience in home care and/or field work preferred.
  • Regular access to a car for field visits preferred, but not required. 

Seneca, New York is a small town in Ontario County nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region.  With a blend of rural charm, cultural landmarks, and a welcoming community, Seneca is an ideal place to live and work while exploring one of New York’s most scenic regions.