Social Services Assistant

Centraldesertbh; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

DailyPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Nursing Loan Repayment

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tickets at Work

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Centraldesertbh in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Social Services Assistant to coordinate patient support and discharge planning under the Social Services Director. You will assess needs and assist with transitions from hospital to home or care settings.

The role requires experience in long-term care or skilled nursing, a high school diploma or GED, and reliable transportation. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, and flexible pay options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Social Work License preferred, not required.
• Experience in long term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Complete the initial Social Service Assessment and the initial patient interview profile to begin discharge planning upon admission.
• Provide information to family and/or patients/residents relating to Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the patient/resident.
• Work closely with Case Management to coordinate patient discharges.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Social Services Assistant works under the supervision of the Social Services Director to coordinate patient support and discharge

Posted Salary Range

USD $25.00 - USD $31.00 /Hr.

Wage Commensuration

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete the initial Social Service Assessment and the initial patient interview profile to begin discharge planning upon admission
• Provide information to family and/or patients/residents relating to Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the patient/resident
• Work closely with Case Management to coordinate patient discharges

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must possess at minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D
• Social Work License preferred, not required
• Must have experience in long term care or skilled nursing facility
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! - Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees' hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available - payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets