N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-39.4

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 8:39-39.4 - Mandatory resident social work services

(a) A social worker shall interview the resident and family within 14 days before or after admission to the facility to identify any social work needs or problems, and to take a social history that includes family, education, and occupational background, adjustment and level of functioning, interests, support systems, and observations.

(b) A social worker shall provide counseling for residents and families.

(c) A social worker shall facilitate communication between staff and non-English speaking residents.

(d) A social worker shall offer information and help to each resident and family on obtaining financial assistance and on the meaning of administrative forms and releases to be signed by the resident or family.

(e) A social worker shall coordinate the facility's outreach services to the families of residents.

(f) A social worker shall coordinate discharge services for residents, which shall include linking the resident to necessary community services .

(g) A social worker shall perform advocacy services on behalf of the residents to ensure that concrete needs are met, such as clothing, laundry, and the resident's personal needs allowance if one is maintained.

(h) A social worker shall help residents and families identify and gain access to community services, using resource materials and a knowledge of the residents' needs and abilities.

(i) The facility shall provide clinical social work services to residents as needed and to families if related to issues that directly affect the resident.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-39.4