The primary purpose of this position is to assist in ensuring the medically related emotional and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in ensuring the medically related emotional and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis.
This role involves collaboration with administration, medical, nursing staff, and community agencies to develop and maintain effective social service programs.
The position requires maintaining confidentiality of resident information and reporting any suspected fraud or unauthorized disclosures.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in ensuring the medically related emotional and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and implementing social services
Coordination with medical and nursing staff
Maintaining social service progress notes
Assisting residents with emotional and social needs
Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid programs
Community resource coordination
Nice-to-have
Developing department policies and procedures
Participating in community planning
Assisting in discharge planning
Providing staff consultation
Assisting with outpatient appointments
Participating in orientation and training programs
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Prior health-care experience preferred
Ability to read and interpret business and governmental documents