Social Services & Activities Support

Evergreen Healthcare Group; Laurel (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Social Services & Activities Support professional to provide direct support to the Social Services Director while also assisting the Activities Department in promoting resident engagement, psychosocial well-being, and quality of life.

This dual-role position supports residents’ social, emotional, psychological, and recreational needs, contributing to individualized care planning throughout their stay and, when appropriate, during

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and state certification required.
• 1–2 years of experience in geriatrics.
• Experience in Behavior Add-on Programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Social Services Director with admission, quarterly, and discharge care conferences.
• Conduct and document Social Services Admission, Quarterly, and Comprehensive Evaluations.
• Assist with discharge planning, including coordination of services and resources.
• Arrange ancillary and community services as ordered or needed.
• Provide or arrange social service interventions based on resident needs.
• Review, document, and follow up on resident complaints and grievances per facility policy.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and accurate documentation within the electronic health record.
• Assist the Activities Department with planning, coordinating, and facilitating group and individual activities.
• Support activities that promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, emotional wellness, and resident choice.
• Encourage resident participation and engagement in activities and events.
• Assist with special events, outings, and community involvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Meeting stamina

Education

Associate’s Degree + state certification

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Job Summary:

Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Social Services & Activities Support professional to provide direct support to the Social Services Director while also assisting the Activities Department in promoting resident engagement, psychosocial well-being, and quality of life.

This dual-role position supports residents’ social, emotional, psychological, and recreational needs, contributing to individualized care planning throughout their stay and, when appropriate, during transition back to the community.

Essential Functions include, but not limited to:

Social Services Support

• Assist the Social Services Director with admission, quarterly, and discharge care conferences involving residents and families/responsible parties.




• Conduct and document Social Services Admission, Quarterly, and Comprehensive Evaluations and interviews.




• Assist with discharge planning, including coordination of services and resources.




• Arrange ancillary and community services as ordered, requested, or needed.




• Provide or arrange social service interventions based on resident needs, concerns, or changes in condition.




• Review, document, and follow up on resident complaints and grievances per facility policy.




• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, state and federal regulations, and facility procedures.




• Maintain resident confidentiality and accurate documentation within the electronic health record.

Activities Support

• Assist the Activities Department with planning, coordinating, and facilitating group and individual activities that meet residents’ interests and abilities.




• Support activities that promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, emotional wellness, and resident choice.




• Encourage resident participation and engagement in activities and events.




• Assist with special events, outings, and community involvement activities as needed.




• Help maintain required documentation related to activities participation and engagement.

Education, Licensure, & Experience Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree and meet State certification requirements.




• A minimum of 1 to 2 years working in geriatrics.




• Preferred: Experience in Behavior Add-on Programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.




• Must be able to sit or stand in meetings 1-3 hours at a time.




• Point Click Care knowledge is a plus.

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive Wages




• Medical Insurance




• Dental Insurance




• Vision Insurance




• Paid Time Off

If you are passionate about supporting residents and collaborating with a dedicated care team, we encourage you to apply and become part of our community!