Part Time Social Worker

The social worker's role should be:

1.Planning for pre-admission and discharge

2.Providing psycho-social assessment and completion of relevant parts of the minimum data set (particularly face sheets,

sections A, AA, AB, AC, E, F, Q and sometimes B) Utilizing the minimum data set to guide the care plan

3.Is aware of the worth and uniqueness of each individual

4.Treats each individual with respect

• Creates an atmosphere of growth for the individual
• Adopts a holistic perspective by recognizing the dynamic interplay of social, psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being

7.Provides a physical environment that is supportive rather than challenging or crippling to the individual

8.Fosters a positive self-image for the residents through continued social contact, decision-making opportunities, and

independence

• Participating (as a member of an interdisciplinary team) in resident care planning

10 Counseling residents and their families Contacting and utilizing community resources on the resident's behalf and serving as

a link between the resident and these resource systems when necessary

• Advocating for and protecting resident's rights
• Ensuring the social and emotional needs of each resident are met

13.Stimulating social contact and interaction

14.Promoting the maximum level of independence of each resident