Social Services Coordinator

Social Services Coordinator 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Danville, CA 94506 $36

• $40 an hour
• Temporary, Full-time The Reutlinger Community 293 reviews $36
• $40 an hour
• Temporary, Full-time The Social Services Coordinator coordinates services and programs in response to the social and emotional needs of skilled nursing residents.

This position also works with Eskaton consultants and communities for admissions or discharges and participates in special projects as assigned. I. A. Schedules appointments and transportation services as needed. B. Identifies psycho-social needs of Skilled Nursing Facility residents through evaluations made at the time of admission to facility and upon staff/physician referral. Makes appropriate referrals to community agencies (i.e., adult protective services). C. Documents adherence to the plan of care for social services and updates the plan as changes occur. Assists in the scheduling of resident care conferences and participates in conferences as appropriate. D. Maintains current community resource information that may be required for residents at time of admission or discharge. E. Participates in utilization review as necessary. F. Serves as an advocate for residents and their rights. G. Completes all psycho-social assessments within seven days of resident admission to the Skilled Nursing Facility. H. Makes recommendations for room changes for residents needing to move due to psycho-social problems. I. Works in conjunction with the other departments to meet residents' needs. J. Follows suspected abuse policy and procedures and assists with investigations as needed. A. Assures the accuracy of policies and procedures for the resident services department. B. Maintains up-to-date policies for the department. Makes recommendations for appropriate changes when deemed necessary. A. Conducts community tours as necessary. B. Responds to requests or complaints by residents or family members. C. Arranges meetings of required committees (resident care policy, family care conference) as necessary. D. Directs family to appropriate community resources to assist with resident needs. A. As an employee of Eskaton, fully complies with all provisions in the Corporate Compliance Policy. Full compliance with the policy is a condition of employment with Eskaton. A. As an employee of Eskaton, fully complies with all provisions in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Full compliance with the policy is a condition of employment with Eskaton. A. Offers assistance to residents in a timely manner; telephones, requests, etc. B. Takes the initiative to resolve resident concerns or facilitates the appropriate party resolving the concerns. C. Makes referrals to the appropriate supervisor of residents' needs. A. Communicates unresolved work-related problems using chain of command, consistently demonstrates effective problem solving skills and handles confidential information appropriately. B. Demonstrates flexibility with a changing workload/caseload, sets priorities accordingly and carries out job assignments in a self-directed manner. C. Remains calm in an environment with many demands and frequent changes and interruptions. A. Is friendly and courteous to residents and co-workers. Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to improve situations. B. Works as a team player with other departments in the facility. C. Assists co-workers when asked by the appropriate supervisor to do so. A. Works in accordance with established safety guidelines with emphasis on the use of proper body mechanics and safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear. B. Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy. C. Attends and participates in appropriate in-service and department meetings. D. Promptly reports noticeable environmental or equipment repair needs to the maintenance department. E. Follows prescribed dress code. Maintains a professional image to the residents and public. IV. : Possesses the ability to work independently with little or no supervision, to adjust to changing conditions and frequent demands, and to acquire new knowledge to perform additional or more difficult tasks. : Possesses the ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing work in association with staff and residents and to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes. II. : Bachelor's degree in health services or related field preferred. : Possess or obtain Social Services Designee Certificate within specified time of employment. Minimum three years combined experience in nursing home or other related health care preferred. : Familiarity with medical terminology, physical conditions and health care delivery systems and managed care. Knowledge of aging and geriatrics. Understands multiple levels of care. Ability to assess and meet residents' needs. Knows state and federal regulations. III. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Notify the Human Resources team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position. Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Sedentary work involves sitting more than 67% of a typical workday. X Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work. Medium Work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Heavy Work Exerting over 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. If related to patient care

• Must be able to safely assist residents/patients including but not limited to lifting, turning, supporting weight and movement.

Physical Requirements ☐ Climbing ⮽ Balancing ⮽ Kneeling ⮽ Standing ⮽ Walking ⮽ Crouching ⮽ Pushing ⮽ Pulling ⮽ Lifting ⮽ Tactile sense ⮽ Repetitive motions ⮽ Grasping ⮽ Seeing ⮽ Hearing ⮽ Talking ☐

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Job Types:

Temporary, Full-time Pay:

$36.00

• $40.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person