Social Services Assistant

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Assist in social service program development
Coordinate resident discharge planning
Maintain confidential health information records
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 while providing consultation on Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs.

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 development
  • Coordinate resident discharge planning
  • Maintain confidential health information records
  • Collaborate with medical and nursing staff
  • Provide financial assistance program information

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in healthcare settings preferred
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to handle emotional stress situations
  • Community resource networking abilities

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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