Social Service Assistant

Mervyn Sharp Bennion Veterans Home, is looking to hire an experienced Social Service Assistant to join our team!

Pay:

$25.00

Hours:

Part-time The Social Services Assistant works with the Social Services Director/Coordinator in identifying and providing for each resident's social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident's full potential during his/her stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for his/her discharge. If you seek to use your mind and your heart to improve lives on a daily basis, come join our team! We offer great challenges, a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!

Responsibilities:

Develop a comprehensive social history assessment, a psycho-social assessment, discharge plan, and complete the MDS and Care Plan for new admits. Orient and assist new residents in adjusting to the facility. Assist residents and families with adjustment to changes, including room changes. Assist families with the engraving and/or marking of residents' personal items. Review residents' rights with residents and staff, and attend to various personal needs of the residents. Assist in the development of a volunteer program and assist in facilitating family group meetings. Document progress notes, which relate to each resident's care plan, when necessary and within policy time-frame.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field. Health care experience preferred. Must meet any state and/or Federal requirements if applicable. Basic understanding of computer technology. Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English. Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other employees. Must pass drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.