Social Work Assistant

Harborview-Health-Systems; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued holiday time off

Competitive pay

Job summary

Harborview Health Systems is seeking a Social Work Assistant to support admissions, discharges, and case management for residents in a faith-based long-term care setting. The role focuses on delivering compliant social services aligned with Harborview’s values and policies.

You will help develop care plans, support residents and families during transitions, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic, person-centered care. Excellent communication and empathy are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Resident-first mindset with dignity, empathy and respect.
• Must meet licensure and certification requirements in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Social Work Team in admissions, discharge, and case management of residents.
• Ensure social services delivery complies with federal, state, and local guidelines and Harborview policies.
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans addressing social and emotional needs.
• Provide ongoing support to residents and families during admissions, transitions, and care conferences.
• Recommend equipment, services, or referrals for outpatient and home health support.
• Participate in policy development and improvements to strengthen care delivery.
• Organize and participate in in-service training sessions for social services and other staff.
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory changes and professional standards in long-term care social work.
• Advocate for residents and serve as liaison among staff, families, and external agencies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure holistic, person-centered care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Empathy

Education

LSW / LBSW preferred

Job description

Social Work Assistant

Competitive Rates and Accrued Holiday Time Off!

Who we are

As a faith-based organization, our mission is simple but powerful: to care for the caregiver so they can in turn care for our residents.

We offer top pay and benefits in a positive work environment.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Work Assistant

What You Will Do

• Assist the Social Work Team in the admissions, discharge, and case management aspects of residents' stays.
• Ensure social services are delivered in compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and in alignment with Harborview's values and policies
• Help develop and monitor individualized care plans for residents, addressing their social and emotional needs
• Provide ongoing support to residents and families during admissions, transitions, and care conferences
• Recommend appropriate equipment, services, or referrals for outpatient and home health support
• Participate in policy development and recommend improvements to strengthen care delivery
• Organize and participate in in-service training sessions for the social services team and other staff
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory changes and professional standards related to long-term care social work
• Advocate for residents and serve as a liaison among staff, families, and external agencies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure holistic, person-centered care

What You Must Have

• Minimum of1 year supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A resident-first mindset with a deep commitment to dignity, empathy, and respect
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and compassion
• Must meet all applicable licensure and certification requirements in the state of practice