Resident Advocate & Care Coordinator - Long-Term Care

Cura Health; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & &

Health Savings Account (HSA) eligible

Retirement Plan with 4% match

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Training & Development

Job summary

Cura Health's Cura of Le Sueur is seeking a compassionate Social Services Coordinator to support residents and families through transitions, advocate for needs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate discharge planning, connect to community resources, and help ensure residents feel heard, respected, and supported while navigating long-term care.

Qualifications

• Background in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, healthcare, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, healthcare, case management, or social services is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain professional and solution-focused during challenging situations.
• Strong organization and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities throughout the day.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Understanding of resident rights, community resources, and long-term care regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families.
• Serve as an advocate for resident needs, preferences, choices, and rights.
• Help new residents and families navigate the transition into our facility.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and required social services documentation.
• Participate in care conferences and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate discharge planning and connect residents with community resources, services, equipment, and transportation.
• Maintain regular communication with residents and families and assist with questions or concerns.
• Support residents experiencing emotional, behavioral, social, or adjustment-related challenges.
• Coordinate behavioral health, mental health, and other supportive services when needed.
• Assist with advance directives and other resident planning needs.
• Help resolve resident and family concerns and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Collaborate closely with nursing, therapy, MDS, activities, dietary, providers, and facility leadership.
• Support compliance with resident rights and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Participate in QAPI, quality improvement, and survey readiness activities.
• Help create an environment where residents feel heard, respected, safe, and supported.

Education

Background in social work or related field

Job description

Cura Health's Cura of Le Sueur is seeking a compassionate Social Services Coordinator to support residents and families through transitions, advocate for needs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate discharge planning, connect to community resources, and help ensure residents feel heard, respected, and supported while navigating long-term care.