Social Work & Discharge Planning Assistant

Chesapeake-Health-; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance (within 60

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Chesapeake Health & Rehabilitation Center in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a Discharge Planning Assistant to support patients' transitions from hospital to home or other care settings. The role involves coordinating discharge planning, completing MDS, care plans, assessments, and timely documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations.

A 4-year degree in social work or related field is required.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Criminal Justice or related human services field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and provide medically related social services.
• Perform MDS, care plans, assessments and timely documentation.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Discharge planning

Documentation

MDS knowledge

Care plans

Education

4-year degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Criminal Justice

Job description

Chesapeake Health & Rehabilitation Center in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a Discharge Planning Assistant. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a genuine spirt of caring that makes our center so well respected in our local community. Become part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team of professionals who share their positive attitudes and compassionate hearts with every patient, **family, and co-worker.**

The facilityprovides a high volume of short-term nursing and rehabilitation services. We are seeking a candidate that can provide discharge planning as well as comprehensive medically related social services to our patients. Responsibilities include MDS, Care Plans, Assessments and timely documentation operating within the framework for the company's standards for best practice in accordance with all state and federal regulations.

The qualified candidates will have a 4-year degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or other human services related degree.

We offer a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive benefits package for full time associates which include affordable health and dental insurance within 60-90 days of hire, paid time off, extra pay for holidays, and a 401k with company match.