Resident Social Services Specialist – Long-Term Care

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Company 401K and life insurance

Paid time off

24/7 virtual care for employees

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a social services professional to collaborate with patients and families, provide resource information, and respond to concerns within our nursing centers.

The role involves coordinating patient transfers, documenting appropriately, and participating in care decisions under supervision of a licensed social worker. An associate degree in human services and state-certified qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in human services with at least two years' experience in long-term care.
• Must possess any certification required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients/residents and their families to provide support and resource information.
• Respond to issues identified by patients/residents and their families.
• Facilitate patient/resident transfer within the nursing center to ensure a seamless transition and document accordingly.
• Participate in the health care decision-making process within the nursing center under direction of a qualified social worker and/or qualified consultant.

Education

Associate degree in human services

Job description

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a social services professional to collaborate with patients and families, provide resource information, and respond to concerns within our nursing centers.

The role involves coordinating patient transfers, documenting appropriately, and participating in care decisions under supervision of a licensed social worker. An associate degree in human services and state-certified qualifications are required.