What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Service Assistant position at Westmont Manor Health & Rehab Center?
SSA Job Duties
- Inventory all resident belongings, including admissions, discharges, room changes, and current residents. Document all inventoried items on the inventory sheet and in PCC.
- Conduct psychosocial groups and document resident participation.
- Supervise smoke breaks by monitoring, observing, de-escalating, and redirecting behaviors as needed. Report any concerns to the appropriate supervisor. Ensure residents sign and complete the smoking contract.
- Conduct room searches for contraband items. Educate residents on the facility handbook and house rules and obtain required signatures.
- Schedule dental appointments through Senior Dental and report any refusals of care or related behaviors to the appropriate supervisor.
- Complete daily Wander Guard checks, documenting the date and time, and report any changes.
- Assist with room changes and ensure families are notified.
- Maintain the token store, including updating token cards, points, and any necessary changes.
- Ensure all mail and packages are distributed daily.
- Monitor the dining room to ensure meal trays are distributed during mealtimes.
- Communicate all changes in resident condition, functioning, and behavior to the appropriate supervisor.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by department management.