Social Services Assistant

Eagleridge Health & Rehab; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Engaging and supportive work enviro n

Job summary

Eagleridge Health & Rehab in Fort Myers, FL seeks a compassionate Social Services Assistant to support the Director of Social Services in delivering resident-centered care and enhancing each resident’s well-being. You’ll help plan, implement, and evaluate social services programs that support residents and their families throughout the length of stay.

You will coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, document needs, and assist residents and families facing emotional or environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work preferred; Human Services acceptable.
• Previous experience in social services required.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience strongly preferred.
• Must possess certifications or licensure required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement and evaluate social services programs.
• Provide counseling, support and advocacy for residents and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to residents’ social service needs and care plans.
• Collaborate with the Director of Social Services and interdisciplinary team.
• Assist residents and legal representatives facing personal or environmental challenges.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Social Services Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Assistant to join our Skilled Nursing Facility team. In this role, you will support the Director of Social Services in delivering high‑quality, resident‑centered care that enhances each resident’s quality of life and overall well‑being.

The Social Services Assistant plays a key role in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating social services programs that support residents and their families throughout the length of stay.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing a comprehensive Social Services program that provides counseling, support, and advocacy for residents and their legal representatives.

• Identify medical‑related social needs of residents and provide appropriate services to meet both individual and collective needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to residents’ social service needs, care plans, and interventions.

• Collaborate with the Director of Social Services and interdisciplinary team members regarding resident concerns and care coordination.

• Work directly with residents and their legal representatives who are experiencing personal, emotional, or environmental challenges related to physical or emotional conditions.

• Support compliance with federal, state, and facility regulatory requirements related to social services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field will be considered.

• Previous experience in social services required.

• Prior long‑term care or skilled nursing experience strongly preferred.

• Must possess any certifications or licensure required by state regulations.

Why Join Us?

We offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off

• Engaging and supportive work environment

• Innovative training and professional development programs

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• A caring culture focused on teamwork and resident success

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compliance notice (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse. For more information, visit: info.flclearinghouse.com. This URL is provided to meet state posting requirements.