Social service Assistant

Maplewood; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplewood Nursing and Rehab Center in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a compassionate Social Service Assistant to join our team. You will provide emotional support, counseling, and psychosocial services to residents and families, and work with the interdisciplinary team to assess needs and develop personalized care plans.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, coordinating activities to boost engagement, and maintaining detailed records of interactions and progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in social work or a related field preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support, counseling, and psychosocial services to residents and their families.
• Assess resident needs and develop personalized care plans.
• Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Facilitate activities and programs to enhance resident engagement and quality of life.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of resident interactions and progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective care coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Social Service Assistant

Join Our Team at Maplewood Nursing and Rehab Center

Maplewood Nursing and Rehab Center, a premier provider of short-term post-acute rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Service Assistant to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With a long history of quality care, we hold the future of your health.

About Us

Nestled in the charming Germantown neighborhood of Pennsylvania, Maplewood Nursing and Rehabilitation provides patient-centered care to those in need. We admit patients from community hospitals, such as Albert Einstein Medical Center and Temple University Hospital, and take pride in providing innovative approaches to care with a personal touch. Our Positive patient outcomes are our highest priority.

Job Summary

As a Social Service Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing emotional support, counseling, and psychosocial services to our residents. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to assess resident needs, develop personalized care plans, and ensure that our residents receive the highest level of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support, counseling, and psychosocial services to residents and their families
• Assess resident needs and develop personalized care plans
• Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Facilitate activities and programs to enhance resident engagement and quality of life
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of resident interactions and progress
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective care coordination

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1 years of experience in social work or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate and empathetic nature