Resident Care & Social Services Navigator

Empire Care Centers; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Supportive and Positive Work Enviro n

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Job summary

Empire Care Centers Canton Center for Nursing and Healing is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support residents' psychosocial well-being and coordinate with families and the care team. You will advocate for residents' rights, assist with discharge planning, and help develop social services programs to enhance quality of life.

You'll work closely with nursing staff and leadership to maintain accurate documentation and ensure compassionate, professional support for residents and families

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in social work or related field required.
• Experience in long-term care or healthcare settings preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and addressing residents' social, emotional, and medical-related psychosocial needs.
• Coordinate family meetings and maintain open communication with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Support residents' rights and act as liaison between residents, families, and staff.
• Assist with coordinating discharge plans and transitions of care.
• Support development and implementation of social services programs to enhance residents' quality of life.
• Work closely with nursing staff, social services leadership, and other departments to ensure residents receive individualized support.
• Maintain accurate records and required documentation related to residents' social services needs and care plans.
• Provide respectful, professional, and supportive assistance to residents and their loved ones.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work or related field

Job description

Empire Care Centers Canton Center for Nursing and Healing is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support residents' psychosocial well-being and coordinate with families and the care team. You will advocate for residents' rights, assist with discharge planning, and help develop social services programs to enhance quality of life.

You'll work closely with nursing staff and leadership to maintain accurate documentation and ensure compassionate, professional support for residents and families