Social Services Assistant

Marinpostacute

Assist in social service program planning
Coordinate with medical and nursing staff
Maintain resident confidentiality and hipaa compliance
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents.
  • Employees must coordinate social service activities with other departments and maintain regular progress notes indicating response to treatment plans.
  • The role involves assisting residents in achieving independence, providing information on Medicare/Medicaid, and participating in discharge planning with appropriate agencies.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in planning and directing social service programs to meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assist in social service program planning
  • coordinate with medical and nursing staff
  • maintain resident confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
  • complete administrative forms and progress notes
  • provide consultation on financial assistance programs

Nice-to-have

  • develop rapport with community agencies
  • participate in staff orientation and training
  • assist with budget development activities
  • support residents with emotional stress and anxiety

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Prior healthcare experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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