Resident Services Coordinator & Activities Specialist

Sweeping Corporation of America; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to support residents across its skilled nursing communities in Iowa. You will assess psychosocial needs, document care plans, and provide counseling to residents and families to improve quality of life throughout the healthcare journey.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in social work, eligibility to obtain LSW, and at least one year of supervised health-care social work experience, with strong communication and empathy as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related health field.
• Ability to obtain a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
• Minimum one year of supervised social work experience in healthcare.
• Strong communication and empathy for residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ psychosocial needs and complete social histories.
• Complete assigned MDS sections accurately and on time.
• Document care plans, progress, and follow-up per regulations.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families.
• Support residents and families with adjustment, rights, and orientation.
• Assist with discharge planning and care transitions.
• Coordinate referrals and liaise with community resources.
• Partner with care team to enhance quality of life and outcomes.
• Plan and support resident, family, and community engagement activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to support residents across its skilled nursing communities in Iowa. You will assess psychosocial needs, document care plans, and provide counseling to residents and families to improve quality of life throughout the healthcare journey.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in social work, eligibility to obtain LSW, and at least one year of supervised health-care social work experience, with strong communication and empathy as