What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Assistant position at Spokane Valley Health and Rehab of Cascadia?
Description:
Assists the Social Services Manager or Resident Support Services Manager in all day-to-day functions of the Social Services Department.
Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each
state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.
Essential Functions
- Assists the Social Services department in day-to-day functions.
- Works with the residents, families and other team members to outline goals of their day at admission and the plan to meet those goals and discharge as appropriate.
- Assists residents/family members in obtaining appropriate forms to gain services, such as Medicaid applications or insurance appeals, as well as services and/or equipment at discharge.
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Other Functions
- Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set forth in the company’s policies and procedures.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Builds rapport quickly with peers and customers.
- Ability to maintain resident/patient confidentiality.
- Knowledge of accepted standards of practice for long-term care social workers is a plus.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Licenses/Certification
- None required.
Experience
- Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
