Resident Care Social Services Coordinator

Kerem Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerem Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Social Services Assistant to support residents’ emotional and social needs and to assist with discharge planning and family communications. You will conduct social evaluations, coordinate services, and help residents adapt to changes in care level while ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, compassionate disposition, and the ability to work with a team to improve resident well-being and facility

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate services for residents.
• Ability to assess resident needs and coordinate discharge planning.
• Compassionate, dedicated, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and report violations.
• Meet with resident and family to review policies on advance directives and resident rights.
• Conduct and document social services evaluations and identify resident problems/needs.
• Provide or arrange social work services as indicated by resident/family needs.
• Assist resident with financial planning as needed.
• Keep family informed of resident issues, transfers, and level changes.
• Meet with facility staff regarding resident issues.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, state, federal, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with discharge planning.
• Contribute to innovative ideas improving systems and processes.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kerem Health in Gainesville, FL seeks a Social Services Assistant to support residents’ emotional and social needs and to assist with discharge planning and family communications. You will conduct social evaluations, coordinate services, and help residents adapt to changes in care level while ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, compassionate disposition, and the ability to work with a team to improve resident well-being and facility