Resident Support Services Assistant

Description Assists the Social Services Manager in all day-to-day functions of the Social Services Department. Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Essential Functions

Assists the Social Services department in day-to-day functions. Works with the residents, families and other team members to outline goals of their day at admission and the plan to meet those goals and discharge as appropriate. Assists resident's/family members in obtaining appropriate forms to gain services, such as Medicaid applications or insurance appeals, as well as services and/or equipment at discharge.

Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Completion of social services evaluations and assessments. Other Functions Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set forth in the company’s policies and procedures. Performs other tasks as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

Builds rapport quickly with peers and customers. Ability to maintain resident/patient confidentiality. Knowledge of accepted standards of practice for long-term care social workers is a plus.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Licenses/Certification None required. Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.