Resident Services Advocate - Social & Behavioral Support (FT)

Avalon Health Care Group; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

101-bed facility

Behavioral health program

Team environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Avalon Care Center Yakima is hiring a Social Services Assistant to support residents and families through admission, planning, and discharge. You will help with psychosocial assessments, care planning, and documentation while promoting resident well-being and rights.

The role requires prior social services and skilled nursing experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to pass screenings.

Qualifications

• Previous social services experience required.
• Skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to pass employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Support residents and families during admission, care planning, and discharge processes.
• Assist with psychosocial assessments, care plans, MDS documentation, and resident records.
• Help residents adjust to changes and transitions during their stay.
• Advocate for resident rights and promote resident well-being.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support quality outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and community resources.

Skills

Social services experience

Skilled nursing experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer proficiency

Documentation skills

Job description

Avalon Care Center Yakima is hiring a Social Services Assistant to support residents and families through admission, planning, and discharge. You will help with psychosocial assessments, care planning, and documentation while promoting resident well-being and rights.

The role requires prior social services and skilled nursing experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to pass screenings.