Social Services Assistant

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS); Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

403(b) - discretionary

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Up to 18% Additional base Pay

Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Life insurance

Short term disability

Loan program

Ministry Program

Job summary

Anoka Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support the Social Service Director in caring for residents and promoting their physical, mental and psycho-social well-being. Based in Anoka, MN, the role involves coordinating transfers, conducting assessments, and contributing to care planning and interdisciplinary conferences.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma (Bachelor's in Social Work or related field preferred) and strong teamwork and

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow assignments.
• Ability to use computers and electronic devices for timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support Social Service Director in resident care and well-being.
• Coordinate resident transfers and discharges.
• Complete assessments for Care Planning, MDS, CAAS, PPS and other documents.
• Develop Care Plans and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Conferences.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related

Job description

Come join our awesome team as a Social Services Assistant at Anoka Rehabilitation & Living Center.

Anoka Rehabilitation & Living Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Compensation: $22.00-$29.00hr (Benefit Options and based on years of experience)

- Pay in Lieu Option available

Social Services Assistant Job Highlights:

Employer/Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees:

• Up to 18% Additional base Pay in lieu of waiving benefits
• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• Ministry Program

About the job:

The Social Services Assistant role is to support the Social Service Director in the care and treatment of residents entrusted to the facility and to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psycho-social well-being of each resident.

Essentials:

• Coordinates resident transfers and discharges.
• Completes assessments of residents as necessary for Care Planning, MDS, CAAS, PPS and other required documents.
• Develops Care Plans and attends Interdisciplinary Care Conferences for residents
• Develops and promotes the department through marketing efforts throughout the professional and social community.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent education required; Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related degree in social sciences preferred.
• Must be eighteen (18) years old or older at start date of employment.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job without harm to self or others.
• Ability to understand and follow work assignments.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the long-term care setting.
• Licensed where applicable by the State

About Anoka Rehabilitation & Living Center:

Anoka Rehab & Living Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Anoka Rehabilitation & Living Center Located at: 3000 4th Avenue Anoka, MN 55303

At Anoka Rehab & Living Center, our approach to care grows out of respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention and concern for emotional and spiritual wellbeing are at the core of how we help every resident feel cherished and at home.

Take pride in helping others, and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.