Social Services Assistant

About the role

Join Our Team as a Social Services Assistant! Be the Support, Guidance, and Compassion Our Residents Need

Why This Role Matters

Moving into a skilled nursing facility can be one of the most significant transitions in a person's life. Residents and families often face uncertainty, stress, and difficult decisions. As a Social Services Assistant, you'll be there to help them navigate these challenges, connect them with valuable resources, and ensure they feel heard, respected, and supported every step of the way. Your work will help residents maintain dignity, independence, emotional well-being, and meaningful connections while receiving the care they need.

What You'll Do

• Support residents and families as they adjust to life in the facility
• Auxiliary with social service programs designed to meet residents' emotional, psychosocial, and medically related social needs
• Coordinate admissions, care planning, and discharge planning
• Connect residents and families with community resources and financial assistance programs
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, activities, and medical teams to provide holistic care
• Advocate for resident needs and preferences
• Assist residents and families in coping with illness, disability, life transitions, and end-of-life concerns
• Coordinate appointments and services including dental, podiatry, optometry, psychiatric, and other ancillary services
• Maintain accurate documentation and social service progress notes
• Participate in care conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and resident-centered planning
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies

What We're Looking For

• A caring, compassionate, and empathetic individual
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
• A passion for helping seniors and vulnerable populations
• Experience in healthcare, social services, long-term care, or human services is preferred

What You'll Love About Working Here

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on residents and families every day
• A supportive, mission-driven team environment
• Meaningful work that combines compassion, advocacy, and service
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• The chance to be part of a team dedicated to enriching lives

Location

Vineyard Post Acute – 101 Monroe St. Petaluma, CA

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30am -5:00pm

Starting Rates

$21 - $25/hour pending experience

Apply Today

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference—we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.