Social Services Assistant

The Bell Minor Home Gainesville, GA General Purpose: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Services Assistant to join our team at The Bell Minor Home in Gainesville, GA. As a Social Services Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our residents receive comprehensive social services that meet their unique needs and preferences. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility's social service programs in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions: Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facilityMeet with administration, medical, and nursing staff, and other related departments to plan social servicesAssist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of residentsParticipate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of residents and familiesPerform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting them to the DirectorInvolves residents/families in planning social service programs when possibleArrange transportation to other facilities when necessaryProvide information to residents/families about Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to themCompile information on discharge plans and present to appropriate committee as requiredCoordinate social service activities with other departments as necessaryWork with the facility's consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as requiredMake routine visits to residents and perform services as necessaryMake written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the operation of the social services departmentAssist in making appointments for residents/families as required or appropriateAssist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems, including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning, and referrals to other community agenciesAssist in obtaining resources from community social, health, and welfare agencies to meet the needs of residents Minimum Qualifications: Good assessment, listening, and counseling skillsOrganized and detailed in work performanceGood communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patienceGenuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facilityComply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and ProceduresPerform work tasks within the physical demand requirementsPerform Essential Duties as outlined above What We Offer: Opportunity to work with a skilled and dedicated teamChance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residentsCompetitive salary and benefits package How to Apply: If you are passionate about providing exceptional social services to our residents, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Please submit your application and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.