Social Worker - Skilled Nursing (East Madison)
Company: Oakwood Village Univ Woods Homes, Inc.
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Mission Statement We are Called
to serve a thriving community where seniors live with dignity,
connection and purpose. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Assists the
Admissions team with the pre-admission and admission assessment
process when called upon. Through the multi-disciplinary team
process, provides psycho-social and/or cognitive assessment and
evaluation for program residents when needs are identified by
resident, family, staff or physician. Participates in Individual
Service Plan of residents. Coordinates discharge planning and
intercampus transfer process for residents. Provides support for
residents and their families relative to personal needs, social
relationships and individual concerns. Functions as liaison between
apartment staff, resident, and responsible parties. Serves as
resident advocate in following through with individual/family
complaints and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction, and
promoting resident’s ability to remain in their home as long as is
safe. Works with the Oakwood team to enhance resident, family, and
community efforts to improve the quality of life for all residents.
Works with the other social work staff to improve quality of
services provided campus-wide. Develops social work policies and
procedures for the Assisted Living program, and works with
intercampus Social Workers to develop or review campus-wide social
work policies and procedures. Maintains concise and accurate
resident documentation including social histories, assessments, and
assists with annual reviews for SNF residents. Assists Director of
Nursing in ensuring all state and federal regulations related to
abuse or misappropriation are adhered to. Assists residents with
completing paperwork to activate their Long-Term Care Insurance.
Arranges transportation for residents to/from doctor appointments.
Coordinates specific resident needs with available community
resources as appropriate. Investigates and completes resident
incident reports. Offers grief and loss support individually and/or
in groups. Welcomes new residents and coordinates their orientation
to SNF. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of HFS-89 and standard
social work practice. Provides informal leadership which fosters a
team approach in meeting the mission of Oakwood. Relates well and
demonstrates empathy and compassion towards our residents, families
and staff members. Establishes and maintain a positive working
relationship with the community. Maintains and protects the
confidentiality of information. Exercises independent judgment and
make sound decisions. Plans, organizes, and prioritizes work
schedule to meet deadlines and business needs. Demonstrates strong
communication skills, both written and verbal. Displays objectivity
in working with needs and concerns of residents and families as
well as ability to follow through to resolve issues. Flexible with
hours in order to carry out the responsibilities of the position.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION,
AND/OR TRAINING Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology,
Sociology, or related human service field. Wisconsin Social Work
certification. At least one year of experience working in the
health care industry required. Experience working in a Community
Based Residential Facility with geriatric population desirable.
Experience working with community service organizations desirable.
Experience with Medicare/Medicaid/COP regulations desirable.
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