A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.
Social Services Job Opportunity at Avir at Commons in Athens, TX At Avir Health Group, exceptional care begins with exceptional leadership. Our team brings decades of healthcare experience, unwavering integrity, and a deep-rooted passion for improving lives. Social Services is a vital part of our organization, and we are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team.
Job Summary:
As a Social Services professional at Avir at Commons in Athens, TX, you will identify social and emotional needs for residents and provide medically related social services to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being of each resident.
Responsibilities:
Conduct resident admission tasks, including answering telephone or personal inquiries, providing facility tours, and ensuring the admission contract is completed Assist residents transferring home or to another facility Serve as the Ombudsman for the residents Conduct social service assessments on each resident resulting in an individualized Care Plan Prepare social service progress notes quarterly on each resident Coordinate outpatient appointments, including transportation Assist residents in meeting their personal needs either by contacting residents' families or for a weekly shopping trip Attend resident council meetings, care plan meetings, and other appropriate committee meetings Prepare bi-monthly newsletter and annual social services department budget Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Master's degree in social work Two years of experience working in geriatrics Valid Driver's license Licensure preferred
Physical, Cognitive, and Sensory Requirements:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday Ability to remain calm under stress Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies Ability to demonstrate patience, tact, courtesy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile residents within the facility Ability to read and write in English Must be able to lift and transfer a minimum of 50 pounds
Expectations:
Be professional, supportive, and kind to internal and external constituents Remain loyal and confidential to staff, residents, and owner Keep the corporate office apprised of situations that could negatively impact the facility Ensure only positive information is mentioned to all contacts of the facility, prospective residents, staff, sales staff, and inspection teams, etc.
Company Culture:
At Avir Health Group, we blend empathy, understanding, and clinical expertise to deliver personalized skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services across Texas. Our company culture is
DRIVEN BY EXPERTISE, GUIDED BY COMPASSION
. If you are a dedicated and compassionate professional looking for a new opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this Social Services position at Avir at Commons in Athens, TX.
