Social Services Assistant (Full-Time)

Sierra Vista Post-Acute; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Vista Post-Acute is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community dedicated to helping residents recover, rebuild, and regain independence. We provide short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, dementia support, and respite services in a compassionate, home-like environment.

The Social Services role supports admissions, coordinates personal care needs, and maintains communications with families and physicians to ensure comprehensive, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Classes/experience in social work or related field preferred.
• SSD Certificate enrollment within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the admission process, including facility tours, inquiries, and interviewing prospective residents, families, or responsible parties.
• Coordinate personal care needs and appointments, including hair care, transportation, adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items.
• Maintain communication with residents’ families and attending physicians, including invitations to care plan meetings and other appropriate communications.
• Document resident contacts, services, and referrals accurately in the social services log and EMR.
• Assist residents and families with forms and applications, including advance directives, Medi-Cal applications, voter registration, and other required documents.
• Assist with resolving resident and family concerns, including grievances and theft/loss issues, as directed.
• Participate in Behavior Management programs and provide appropriate support to residents as directed.
• Protect and promote residents’ rights, dignity, individuality, and confidentiality in all interactions with residents, families, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community or government agencies, both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Resident advocacy

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

SSD Certificate enrollment

Social Work coursework

Job description

Sierra Vista Post-Acuteis a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community dedicated to helping residents recover, rebuild, and regain independence. We provide short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, dementia support, and respite services in a compassionate, home-like environment.

Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care plans and specialized therapy services designed to promote strength, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Why Join Us?

At Sierra Vista Post-Acute, our people make the difference. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where clinical excellence and compassion go hand in hand. Join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and growth — where your work has purpose, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt every day.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with the admission process, including facility tours, inquiries, and interviewing prospective residents, families, or responsible parties.
• Coordinate personal care needs and appointments, including hair care, transportation, adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items.
• Maintain communication with residents’ families and attending physicians, including invitations to care plan meetings and other appropriate communications.
• Document resident contacts, services, and referrals accurately in the social services log and EMR.
• Assist residents and families with forms and applications, including advance directives, Medi-Cal applications, voter registration, and other required documents.
• Assist with resolving resident and family concerns, including grievances and theft/loss issues, as directed.
• Participate in Behavior Management programs and provide appropriate support to residents as directed.
• Protect and promote residents’ rights, dignity, individuality, and confidentiality in all interactions with residents, families, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community or government agencies, both verbally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Classes/experience in social work or related field preferred
• SSD Certificate enrollment within 6 months of employment

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Location: 1900 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 9535