The Social Service Assistant will work with residents in the nursing home by identifying their psychosocial, mental and

emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the access of services to meet those needs. Services will be

provided in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics along with strict adherence to

government regulations. The nursing home social worker is responsible for fostering a climate, policies and routines that enable

residents to maximize their individuality, independence and dignity in accordance with the Federal Regulations, the requirements

of this State, and policies and goals of the facility. This climate shall provide residents with the highest practical level of physical,

mental and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.

Delegation of Authority

As Social Service Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for

carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Function

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these

are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the

position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

In fulfilling the primary duties and responsibilities, the nursing home Social Service Assistant shall exercise professional

judgment in carrying out a variety of activities that maximize the well-being and quality of life of residents. The following is a

listing of those duties in accordance with current professional Social Work practice standards.

Administrative

1. Review facility policies and procedures as part of the facility’s interdisciplinary team to assure compliance with state

and federal regulations. Keep informed of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and

make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Social Services Director (“Director”) or

Administrator.

2. Develop, maintain and utilize a listing of current community resources that are useful to residents and their

families/significant others/responsible parties.

3. Must adhere to all HIPAA requirements.

4. Understand and meet all government requirements for Social Service documentation.

5. Document progress in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents.

6. Maintain a quality working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and

organizations.

7. Assist in implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.

8. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies, as necessary or as may be

directed.

9. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning Social Services

interventions.

10. In the absence of the Director, assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Social Service

Department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center

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