Social Services Assistant
Posted:
Tuesday, 15 July 2025
Valid Thru:
Thursday, 14 August 2025
Index Requested on:
07/15/2025 08:02:39
Indexed on:
07/15/2025 08:02:39
Location:
Encinitas, CA, 92024, US
Industry:
Healthcare
Occupational Category:
21-0000.00 - Community and Social Services
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Aviara Healthcare Center is hiring!
Description:
Key Responsibilities: Program Planning & Implementation- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing social service programs in accordance with federal, state, and facility standards.
- Participate in the evaluation and improvement of the facility's social service programs.
- Help develop policies and procedures for identifying and addressing the social and emotional needs of residents.
- Contribute to community planning initiatives that relate to facility interests and resident services.
Resident & Family Support- Support residents in achieving their highest level of independence and self-care.
- Assist with providing medically related social services that promote the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.
- Address residents' emotional needs, including anxieties, coping with illness or disability, and adjustment to institutional care.
- Provide support to families, helping them navigate placement, emotional stress, and care planning.
- Educate residents and families about available financial assistance programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid).
Collaboration & Communication- Coordinate social service activities with other facility departments and external providers.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal departments and community health, welfare, and social agencies.
- Provide consultation to facility staff and outside agencies to address resident needs effectively.
Documentation & Compliance- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, assessments, and treatment responses.
- Complete required forms, reports, and documentation in compliance with facility policies.
- Ensure confidentiality of all resident information, including protected health information (PHI).
- Report any suspected or known incidents of fraud, abuse, or unauthorized disclosure of PHI.
Appointments & Discharge Planning- Assist with scheduling outpatient appointments and on-site services such as optometry, podiatry, dentistry, and psychiatry.
- Participate in discharge planning by coordinating services, equipment, and community referrals.
Training & Development- Participate in staff orientation and in-service training programs, especially those addressing the social, emotional, and medical needs of residents.
- Assist with the development and monitoring of the department's budget.
- Attend regular departmental meetings to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications: - Experience in long-term care or healthcare setting preferred
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Understanding of federal and state regulations related to social services in a healthcare setting
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Desired Skills:
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Benefits:
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