Resident Advocate & Care Liaison

Sunnyvale Post Acute Gardens Post Acute; Sunnyvale (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Social Service Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with our Social Services Director to support residents' emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

If you are passionate about patient advocacy and helping individuals navigate post-acute care, we want to hear from you! We offer full-time employment with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); 401(k) matching; and professional

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associates/bachelors in relevant field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in skilled nursing facility, post-acute care, or assisted living preferred.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with empathy and patience for the elderly and medically fragile populations.
• Organization: Strong administrative skills, computer literacy, and multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsabilités

• Resident Advocacy: Assist residents and their families with admission, orientation, and adjustment to the facility.
• Discharge Planning: Help coordinate safe discharge plans, including arranging home health care, medical equipment, or community resources.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date social service progress notes and assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Support Services: Identify and resolve resident psychosocial needs, acting as a liaison between residents, families, and clinical staff.
• Room Visits: Conduct regular one-on-one visits with residents to ensure their comfort, preferences, and rights are being respected.

Connaissances

Communication

Organization

Empathy

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services preferred

Description du poste

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Social Service Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with our Social Services Director to support residents' emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

If you are passionate about patient advocacy and helping individuals navigate post-acute care, we want to hear from you! We offer full-time employment with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); 401(k) matching; and professional