Resident Advocate & Social Services Assistant

Talentify; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid daily option

PTO and holiday pay

Health vision and dental insurance

Modern facility work environment

Job summary

Complete Care at Sheridan Commons in Chicago, IL is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support residents' psychosocial and social needs, ensuring holistic, high-quality care during their stay.

This part-time day-shift role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, documentation in EMR, transition planning, and resident-family support, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care, discharge planning and care planning is required.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting residents in care facilities.
• Strong advocacy skills for residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Identify residents' psychosocial, mental and emotional needs.
• Complete social histories and psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to advocate for residents' rights.
• Maintain safe, respectful environment and address concerns per policies.
• Assist with transition planning, community resources, and daily care adjustments.
• Document accurately in EMR.

Skills

Long-term care

Discharge planning

Care planning

Resident advocacy

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Complete Care at Sheridan Commons in Chicago, IL is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support residents' psychosocial and social needs, ensuring holistic, high-quality care during their stay.

This part-time day-shift role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, documentation in EMR, transition planning, and resident-family support, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.