What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Specialist position at Pine Creek Rehab?
Hello, Pine Creek Rehab in Salt Lake City, UT is actively looking to hire a full-time Social Services Specialist.
At Pine Creek Rehab, our goal in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) is to provide each patient with top-quality care. We strive to maximize each patient's functional independence to safely discharge her/him to the next level of care.
We are a people-first organization. Really! Our guiding motto is leading with integrity, empowering people, delivering outcomes.
Job Description:
The Social Services Specialist assists the Social Services Supervisor to manage residents' everyday physical, mental, and psychosocial needs:
- Advocate for resident needs and rights
- Maintains contact with family, in consultation with the resident, to report on changes in health, goals, discharge planning
- Builds relationships between residents and staff and teaches staff how to understand and support resident's individual needs
- Assists in resolution of grievances as voiced by resident, family, responsible party, or ombudsman
- Assists with documenting social service problems with appropriate approaches and time measurable goals
Benefits:
- Complete medical/dental/vision insurance benefits
- Employer-matching 401k retirement program
- Up to 16 days' paid time off per year
- Company paid Life Insurance
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Reliable transportation to/from work
- Some prior social services experience preferred
- Love for the geriatric population!