Social Service Assistant

Salinas Valley Post Acute

Assist residents with social and emotional needs
Coordinate discharge planning with community agencies
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
The role involves assisting the Social Service Director in planning and implementing social service programs for facility residents

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting the Social Service Director in planning and implementing social service programs for facility residents.
  • Employees must coordinate with community agencies to obtain resources and assist with discharge planning for patients.
  • The position requires maintaining strict confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.

Matching Summary

The role involves assisting the Social Service Director in planning and implementing social service programs for facility residents.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist residents with social and emotional needs
  • Coordinate discharge planning with community agencies
  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
  • Develop and implement social service policies
  • Complete administrative forms and progress notes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in healthcare or social services preferred
  • Ability to work collaboratively with medical staff
  • Strong communication skills for family consultations

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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