Discharge Planning Social Services Specialist (SF)

PACS Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group seeks a compassionate Social Services / Discharge Planner for its San Francisco Post Acute location. This full-time role involves supporting residents and families through care journeys, coordinating discharge plans, and connecting them with community resources to ensure safe transitions.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, proven healthcare social work experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services preferred.
• At least two years of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' social, emotional, psychological, and family needs to develop individualized social services plans.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and families during illness, grief, and changes in independence.
• Coordinate discharge planning with residents, families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary team.
• Arrange referrals, community services, medical equipment, and resources for safe transitions to home or other care settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident social services needs and discharge plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Empathy

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services

MSW preferred

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

PACS Group seeks a compassionate Social Services / Discharge Planner for its San Francisco Post Acute location. This full-time role involves supporting residents and families through care journeys, coordinating discharge plans, and connecting them with community resources to ensure safe transitions.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, proven healthcare social work experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary