Social Worker Overview • The Social Worker role involves supporting clients in a dementia care program within an adult day care center. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive psychosocial assessments and care planning. • Facilitate family meetings and provide education on elderly rights and well-being. • Engage with families and friends to address the needs of vulnerable elderly populations. • Contribute to the Enhanced Memory Impaired program with specialized dementia care expertise. • Ensure compliance with all documentation and care planning requirements. • Work onsite in a supportive and collaborative environment. Social Worker Key Responsibilities & Duties • Conduct MDS and psychosocial assessments for clients in dementia care programs. • Coordinate and facilitate care planning and documentation processes. • Lead family and team meetings to address client needs effectively. • Educate families on elderly rights and the well-being of vulnerable populations. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client care quality. • Provide support and guidance to families and friends of clients. • Ensure adherence to program standards and regulatory requirements. Social Worker Job Requirements • Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution. • Valid New York State License in Social Work (LMSW). • Minimum of one year of experience; two years preferred. • Five years of dementia care experience is highly desirable. • Certification in Dementia Care is a plus. • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is advantageous. • Experience in adult day care centers is preferable. • Strong written, communication, and organizational skills required.