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
