Social Service Assistant

TownTasks

Location: New York City, New York, USA

Category: Social Work

Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 USD / yearly

Full-time

Job Description

The Social Service Assistant provides support to residents and their families, patient advocacy, and discharge and advanced planning. They are organized, quick on their feet, and possess a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

Perform assessment of the resident at admission, upon change in condition, and on regular intervals
Create and maintain resident care plan review and amend as needed
Maintain thorough clinical documentation of resident contacts and progress notes
Coordinate resident visits with outside services - dental, optical, and other specialized care work with the resident, family, and other team members to plan discharge
Must have knowledge of psycho-social practices applicable to a long-term care environment specifically dementia care
Need to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality
As a member of the our staff, you are entrusted with the responsibility of caring for our residents, families, visitors, and all others you meet while representing our nursing home
All other duties assigned

Qualifications

Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in social work working directly with residents in a health care setting
Prefer a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field
Experience with creating comprehensive, customized care plans and discharge plans strongly preferred
Has the ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing must display professionalism both in appearance and attitude
Must have patience, tact, a positive disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult people
Must possess the ability to solve problems and make independent decisions
Must genuinely care for and understand the elderly and disabled
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the public

Perks & Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability, life insurance
Competitive pay
401k
Voluntary benefit programs