Resident-Centered Social Services Assistant — Long-Term Care

Apploi; Durham (NC); Presencial; USD 28 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Apploi seeks a Social Service Assistant to support residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and social needs in a long-term care setting. You will work closely with the Social Services Director and an interdisciplinary team to promote dignity, independence, and quality of life while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role suits someone resident-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive situations with discretion in a facility-based environment.

Qualificações

• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Solid documentation skills for progress notes and care plans.
• Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support resident well-being.
• Compassionate and professional approach to resident interactions.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in identifying and addressing residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs
• Complete social histories, psychosocial assessments, and required documentation
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident care conferences
• Support resident rights, advocacy, and grievance resolution
• Assist with PASRR processes, advance directives, and resident rights education
• Provide support to residents and families during admissions, room changes, and transitions
• Coordinate discharge planning activities and community resource referrals
• Assist with Medicaid applications and benefit coordination as directed
• Document progress notes and resident interactions accurately and timely
• Support surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance efforts
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements

Conhecimentos

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Empathy

Formação académica

High school diploma

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Apploi seeks a Social Service Assistant to support residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and social needs in a long-term care setting. You will work closely with the Social Services Director and an interdisciplinary team to promote dignity, independence, and quality of life while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role suits someone resident-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive situations with discretion in a facility-based environment.