Social Worker
Baraya Extended Care · Abha, 'Asir, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeWe are currently seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Social Worker to join our team in KSA-Abha. As a Social Worker, you will be resendable for provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments and ongoing counseling for residents, leads interdisciplinary care planning and goal-directed discharge planning, advocates for residents’ rights and informed decision-making (including advance care planning), links residents and families to appropriate community resources and supports, and ensures ethical, culturally sensitive practice and regulatory compliance within the care team to optimize resident well-being and transitions across care settings.Job Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in social Worker or related filed from an accredited institution.Valid SCFHS license as SpecialistAdditional certificates such as clinical social work r equivalent; specialty certifications in geriatrics, dementia care, palliative/hospice social work; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Key Job Responsibilities:Provide ongoing counseling and support to residents and families, including crisis intervention as needed.Lead or co-facilitate family meetings and care conferences in collaboration with the care team.Conduct advance care planning conversations and document living wills, and durable power of attorney for health care decisions.Coordinate multidisciplinary care planning and ensure alignment of social work goals with medical/rehab goals.Assess and address social determinants of health affecting care, including housing, finances, transportation, and caregiver burden.Facilitate safe and timely discharge planning, including referrals to home health, SNFs, or community programs.Link residents and families to community resources and financial assistance programs.Provide education to residents and families about disease processes, treatment options, and available services.Maintain accurate, legible documentation in the electronic medical record; ensure compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality policies.Monitor and address risk factors (e.g., elder abuse, exploitation, safety concerns) and report per policy.Participate in quality improvement activities and accreditation processes; collect and report data on social work outcomes.Support staff education on psychosocial aspects of care and cultural competence.Maintain professional licensure, participate in supervision, and pursue ongoing professional development.