3-Day Flexible Social Services Designee for Residents

Pine Grove Manor; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Pine Grove Manor seeks a compassionate Social Work Assistant / Social Services Designee to support residents’ psychosocial well-being in a skilled nursing facility. The role features a flexible 3-day-per-week schedule you can tailor to your needs.

You will assess resident needs, coordinate services, and support care planning while ensuring compliance with CMS regulations, MDS, and NASW standards. Join an interdisciplinary team dedicated to resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified in Social Work or Human Services (state requirements apply).
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field.
• 1+ year of social work experience in healthcare or long-term care.
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and CMS regulations.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and complete social histories.
• Participate in MDS assessments, care plans, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Provide emotional support and adjustment counseling for residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Maintain accurate documentation (MDS, care plans, progress notes, PASARR, etc.).
• Support resident rights, advocacy, and quality of life initiatives.
• Assist with survey readiness and compliance (CMS/state regulations).
• Investigate concerns and support abuse prevention and reporting protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administration teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field

Licensed or certified in Social Work or Human Services

Strong communication skills

Excellent documentation skills

Job description

Pine Grove Manor seeks a compassionate Social Work Assistant / Social Services Designee to support residents’ psychosocial well-being in a skilled nursing facility. The role features a flexible 3-day-per-week schedule you can tailor to your needs.

You will assess resident needs, coordinate services, and support care planning while ensuring compliance with CMS regulations, MDS, and NASW standards. Join an interdisciplinary team dedicated to resident-centered care.