Healthcare Social Services Coordinator: Impact & Growth

Care Initiatives; New London (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to provide compassionate, resident-centered support across our 40+ Iowa communities. In this role you assess psychosocial needs, coordinate care planning, and connect residents and families with community resources to improve quality of life.

You will collaborate with the care team, assist with discharge planning, and ensure timely, compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related health field
• Eligibility to obtain a Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
• At least 1 year supervised social work experience in healthcare
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Empathy, respect, patience, and discretion

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ psychosocial needs and complete social histories
• Complete assigned MDS sections accurately and on time
• Document care plans, progress, and follow-up per regulations
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families
• Support residents and families with adjustment, rights, and orientation
• Assist with discharge planning and care transitions
• Coordinate referrals and liaison with community resources
• Partner with the care team to enhance quality of life and outcomes
• Plan and support resident, family, and community engagement activities
• Promote facility programs and services to referral partners

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related health field

LSW eligibility

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to provide compassionate, resident-centered support across our 40+ Iowa communities. In this role you assess psychosocial needs, coordinate care planning, and connect residents and families with community resources to improve quality of life.

You will collaborate with the care team, assist with discharge planning, and ensure timely, compliant documentation.