River Garden is a skilled nursing facility serving as a long-term facility for a general population over 65 and a short-term rehabilitation population of varying ages. This is a Jewish facility, but all races, religions, and ethnic backgrounds are welcome. The population is 65% Medicaid. Social Services in this setting serves as the liaison between families, staff, and residents. They communicate any changes in conditions and set up care conference. The short-term rehab worker is involved in discharge planning. Social Services serves as the Abuse Designee to invest any allegations and oversee the grievance brought forward by residents.
Special Information:
BSW, MSW 1st year, MSW 2nd year clinical and SPA, full-time/part-time. All services take place in the building, but the therapy team performs some home visits with short-term rehabilitation residents; students will travel with a staff therapist; permission for audio/video taping must be obtained from residents, staff, and family; nostipend; lunch is provided; hours are 7:30-4:30 M-F; facility is on bus route; liability insurance is not provided by the agency.