Jobs · OTHR · New Mexico

Social Services Assistant

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital · Albuquerque, NM · 1 mo ago
OTHR$25/hrFull-time

About the role

The Social Services Assistant works under the supervision of the Social Services Director to coordinate patient support and discharge.

Responsibilities

  • Complete the initial Social Service Assessment and the initial patient interview profile to begin discharge planning upon admission.
  • Provide information to family and/or patients/residents regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the patient/resident.
  • Work closely with Case Management to coordinate patient discharges.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
  • Social Work License preferred, not required.
  • Experience in long‑term care or skilled nursing facility.
  • Reliable transportation required.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance / Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
  • PerkSpot – Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid Time Off Plan
  • New Pet Insurance Discount
  • DailyPay option – get your pay when you need it
  • Purchasing Power – online purchase/payroll deduction
  • Tickets at Work – entertainment ticket discounts
  • Employee Assistance Plan – services to help with everyday challenges (available for employees and their families)
  • Helping Friends Foundation – hardship/crisis fund for employees
  • Auto and Home Insurance – employee discount available via payroll deduction
  • In‑facility education programs and more
  • Drug‑free, smoke‑free workplace

Pay

USD $25.00 – USD $31.00 per hour. The wage range reflects factors such as skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

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