CNA Career Path to Social Services

Atrium Living Centers Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Atrium Living Centers Inc. is seeking a CNA who wants to grow in a social services role.

The position is ideal for someone pursuing a Social Work degree or with social work experience, and it offers a 32-hour-per-week schedule with the option to pick up additional CNA shifts. You will develop, plan, implement, and evaluate social service programs; identify residents' social, emotional, and psychological needs; provide service coordination for residents and families; support care planning and

Qualifications

• At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting (elderly psychosocial experience preferred).
• Working knowledge of nursing home regulations, including MDS procedures.
• Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement and eligibility guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Licensed Social Worker preferred, but not required.
• Positive, can-do attitude with excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate social service programs in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Identify and address residents' social, emotional, and psychological needs.
• Provide service coordination for residents and families.
• Support care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and documentation standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Excellent attendance

Education

Social Work degree preferred

Tools

MDS procedures

Job description

Additional Information

• We are looking for a CNA that wants to grow in a Social Services role

• Ideal for someone working on a Social Work Degree or with Social Work experience

• 32 Hours / week

• Can pick up CNA shifts for more hours

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Atrium Centers, social services play a vital role in resident well-being. As a 100% employee-owned organization, we value collaboration, compassion, and advocacy. You'll work closely with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure emotional, psychosocial, and social needs are met with dignity and respect.

What You'll Do

• Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate social service programs in accordance with state and federal guidelines

• Identify and address residents' social, emotional, and psychological needs

• Provide service coordination for residents and families

• Support care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and documentation standards

What You Bring

• Licensed Social Worker preferred, but not required

• At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting (elderly psychosocial experience preferred)

• Working knowledge of nursing home regulations, including MDS procedures

• Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement and eligibility guidelines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Positive, can-do attitude with excellent attendance

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) + 401(k) matching

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement to support professional growth

• Company Discount Programs, including cell phone savings

Why Atrium Centers

Be a light - for residents, families, and your team.

Our mission is "to serve as a bright light in the lives of our residents and families by delivering compassionate, quality care in the communities they call home."

Built on Compassion, Community, and Clinical Excellence, Atrium Centers is a place where advocacy and care come together.

If you're passionate about supporting residents and making a meaningful impact,