Washington Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced Social Services Assistant (SSA) to join our team.

Experience the difference at Washington Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. It is our mission as a family organization to revolutionize the healthcare industry through a culture of resident-centered healthcare services, personalized spirituality, and real quality-of-life initiatives.

Job Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of the Social Services Director, this position is responsible for implementing the social services function of the facility in accordance with the resident’s needs, government regulations, and company policies as to maintain each resident at his/her maximum potential.

FLSA: Hourly non-exempt

Shift/ Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am- 4:30 pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·Ensure the necessary forms, reports, and progress notes are properly completed and contain informative descriptions of the services provided and the residents’ responses to the services.

·Assist in developing for each resident a preliminary and comprehensive assessment, and written care plan that identifies the emotional support and social problems and/or needs of the resident and their goals to be accomplished for each problem and/ or need to be identified.

·As part of the admission process, meet with the resident and family to review policies on advance directives, end of life, resident rights, and smoking policy.

·Provide information to residents and their families concerning available support agencies to meet the needs of the residents on discharge.

·Keep the resident’s family members informed of resident problems, personnel needs, transfers, and changes of level assignment including room changes.

·Participate in assessing, reviewing, and revising care plans as required at least quarterly. Encourage residents to participate in the development and review of care plans.

·Assist with abuse and reportable investigations.

·Review and promptly report to the Social Servies Director and maintain a written records of all resident complaints and maintain the facility log of grievances.

·Assist with weekly psych meetings.

·Coordinate the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for appropriate home care services prior to the resident’s return to the community.

·Assist with preparation of Social Services notes and assessment by interviewing residents and family members to gather information.

·Will shop for residents on a weekly and monthly basis which includes monitoring their smoke box.

·Communicate with business office regarding resident funds.

·Maintain a working knowledge of applicable government regulations and ensure compliance.

·Develop and maintain rapport with all services to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive care plan for all residents.

·Investigates residents’ complaints regarding their rooms, lost items and provides information to the Social Worker for resolutions.

Requirement / Qualifications of the Social Services Assistant

·Prefer a minimum of one (1) year related experience in a healthcare setting.

·Must be high graduate or equivalent.

·Completion of post-secondary education and be able to read and write.

·Effective verbal and written communication skills.

·Must be familiar with medical terminology.

·Must be proficient in the use of personal computer (windows, internet, and applications).

·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.

·Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with a high level of quality and productivity.

Physical Demands:

·This role requires frequent walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling to various locations withing the facility.

·Must be capable of performing the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other Requirements:

·Maintain an orderly, confidential, and safe working environment.

·Attend and participate in department education and staff meetings.

·Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures.

·Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Term Life Insurance

401 K Retirement Plan

Vacation

Sick

Holidays

Medical Specialties:

·Geriatrics

Physical Setting:

·Long Term Care

·Rehabilitation Center

Work Location

·One Location

Washington Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.