Social Services Assistant
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you compassionate, organized, and passionate about helping others navigate healthcare challenges? Join our team as a Social Services Assistant and play a vital role in supporting residents and their families throughout their healthcare journey.
In this rewarding position, you'll work closely with our Social Services Director and interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive the emotional, social, and community support they need to achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Meaningful work that impacts lives daily
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
Stable healthcare career with a respected post-acute care team
Position Summary
The Social Services Assistant helps coordinate and support the facility's social service program to ensure residents' psychosocial, emotional, and medically related social needs are met. This role serves as a key resource for residents, families, staff, and community agencies while promoting resident well-being, dignity, and independence.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with planning, implementing, and maintaining social service programs
Support residents and families with emotional, social, and adjustment needs
Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
Document social service interventions and progress notes accurately
Assist with discharge planning and community resource coordination
Help arrange outpatient appointments and ancillary services
Educate residents and families regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and available community resources
Coordinate services with healthcare providers, agencies, and family members
Maintain accurate records and resident confidentiality
Support resident advocacy and quality-of-life initiatives
Participate in orientation, training, and departmental meetings
Assist residents in achieving the highest level of independence and well-being possible
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Excellent organizational and documentation skills
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Healthcare Administration, or related field
Prior experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care
Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning processes
Ideal Candidate
You are:
Compassionate and resident-focused
Organized and detail-oriented
Comfortable communicating with residents, families, and healthcare professionals
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Passionate about improving the lives of seniors and those requiring post-acute care services
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and communicate throughout the workday
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds occasionally
Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment
Ability to assist during emergency situations as needed
Apply Today!
If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of residents and their families, we'd love to meet you.
Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to delivering compassionate, person-centered care every day. ❤️
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.