Social Services Assistant

We rely on and trust our Social Services Assistant to identify and provide for each resident's social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident's full potential during his/her stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for his/her discharge.

Why Work for Us?

• Excellent pay with multiple incentives:
• Excellent health benefits packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year
• Flexible scheduling available

Benefits Conditions:

• No waiting period for enrollment
• Three health plan options
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Legal Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Develop a social history, social assessment and care plan which identifies pertinent problems and needs, realistic goals to be accomplished and the specific action to be taken in resolution of the problems and/or needs upon admission of each new resident.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.
• Document progress notes which relate to each resident's care plan when necessary and within policy timeframes.
• Assist the resident and resident's family in discharge and placement planning.
• Organize family groups to promote communication, education and support between family members, facility staff and administration, and provide counseling as needed.

A full job description, including all responsibilities and physical requirements will be provided during the interview process upon request will consider relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Requirements:

• At least two years of social work experience in a health care delivery system preferred
• Healthcare experience preferred
• Must meet any state and/or Federal requirements for the position
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use