What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Assistant position at STGi?
Category
Residential Health
Job Location
2249 Vinson Highway SE, Milledgeville, Georgia
Tracking Code
15680
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
STGi is currently seeking a Social Services Assistant to provide services at the Georgia War Veterans Home.
Job Summary
The Social Services Assistant supports the Social Services Department in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents in a skilled nursing facility serving veterans. This role involves assisting with admissions, care planning, discharge planning, and daily social work functions to promote residents' emotional well-being and maintain or improve their highest practicable level of functioning.
Essential Functions
- Assist residents and families with psychosocial support, adjustment to facility living, and emotional concerns.
- Support the Social Services Director in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings, assessments, and case reviews.
- Help coordinate admissions and discharges, including education for families and community resources.
- Maintain documentation in accordance with federal, state, and facility policies (e.g., MDS 3.0 Section Q, progress notes).
- Advocate for the rights of residents and help address grievances or concerns in a timely and empathetic manner.
- Provide information and referrals to community resources, VA benefits, mental health services, and other support services.
- Support and help implement activities or programs designed to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Promote dignity, autonomy, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions with residents and families.
- Comply with all HIPAA regulations and resident confidentiality standards.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience in a healthcare setting preferred; long-term care or veterans care experience is highly desirable.
- Licensure: Social Work licensure in the state of Georgia is preferred but not required for this position.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Compassionate, respectful, and resident-centered approach
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related human services field is required.
- Primarily works in an indoor healthcare environment.
- Occasional lifting, walking, and assisting with resident interaction.
- Must be able to manage stress and maintain a professional demeanor in emotionally charged situations.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.
STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.
STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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