SSD

Nick's Health Care Center; Plattsburg (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Telemedicine: $0 co-pay

Unlimited Assistance

Mayo Clinic Programs

Job summary

Nick's Health Care Center in Missouri seeks a dedicated Social Services Designee to oversee the Social Services Department, assist with admissions, and support residents with dignity and compassion.

Requirements include 2–5 years in social work (long-term care preferred) and at least 1 year in a healthcare setting. Medicaid/Medicare knowledge is a plus. Benefits include health, dental, disability, vision, EAP, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, and Mayo Clinic resources.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of Social Work experience, ideally in Long Term Care.
• At least 1 year of supervised social work experience in health care with individuals including those with mental challenges.
• Knowledge about Medicaid and Medicare programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the overall operations of the Social Services Department
• Assist with facility admissions
• Manage resident trust accounts and assist with resident shopping
• Schedule resident appointments and coordinate with other departments as needed
• Maintain accurate charts and documentation of resident care
• Engage, converse, and interact with residents to promote a positive environment
• Work primarily during daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend visits as required

Skills

Social Work Experience

Job description

We are seeking individuals with genuine empathy and patience to help care for our residents’ needs. Applicants must have a caring approach and be willing to care for the needs of patients and the team. Pillars for successful employment are work ethic, integrity, and competence.

We are currently seeking a Social Services Designee.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the overall operations of the Social Services Department
• Assist with facility admissions
• Manage resident trust accounts and assist with resident shopping
• Schedule resident appointments and coordinate with other departments as needed
• Maintain accurate charts and documentation of resident care
• Engage, converse, and interact with residents to promote a positive environment
• Work primarily during daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend visits as required

Requirements:

• Prefer 2-5 years of Social Work experience, ideally in Long Term Care setting.
• At least 1 year of supervised social work experience in health care setting working directly with individuals including those with mental challenges.
• Knowledge about Medicaid and Medicare programs is a plus.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits:

• Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing easy access to medical consultations from the comfort of your home.
• Unlimited Assistance: Receive unlimited support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and more—designed to support your personal and family well-being.
• Mayo Clinic Programs: Access exclusive programs from the Mayo Clinic, including resources for workouts, lifestyle, mental health, and diet to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

These additional benefits are available to you without reducing your take-home pay!