Covenant Living of Colorado
Social Services Assistant (Full Time)
Covenant Living of Colorado, Northbrook, Illinois, us, 60065
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Part of a nationwide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities is seeking a Social Services Assistant. This position is responsible for directing the social service functions which include planning, development and implementation of appropriate programs designed to address the emotional and psychological needs of campus residents in multiple levels of care, their families, and for actively participating in the resident assessment process, assisting in facilitating inter‑facility transfers and serving as a resident advocate.
Essential Responsibilities
Assist as the facility representative with prospective residents, families and discharge planners for persons in need of skilled nursing care.
Assist with orientation of residents to the skilled nursing facility and services.
Collect and accurately record admission data including social, medical and financial information and address questions and concerns and family adjustment.
Maintain current documentation in resident’s health record as it relates to the social services care component of the comprehensive care plan for each resident as identified by the interdisciplinary team.
Participate in resident care planning meetings for ongoing departmental communication and problem‑solving of delivery of Social Services to residents and families.
Maintain contact with hospital discharge planners to assure continuity of care and continued physician service upon transfer.
Assist residents and/or families in selecting new physicians as necessary.
Assist in the communication of appropriate information to departments regarding admission or discharge.
Assure that appropriate care plan documentation as required by regulations and need is complete.
Education and Work Experience
Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education: Associate’s Degree.
Certifications in related areas are highly desirable.
Experience: Entry Level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong documentation skills – keep files updated, establish progress reports and collaborate with others in your field to organize a comprehensive treatment or management plan for clients/patients.
Understand and follow all regulatory and corporate policies related to confidentiality of the resident’s medical, financial and personal information.
Physical Requirements
Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate various equipment based on department and weather conditions.
Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands and fingers – typing and/or writing.
Clarity of Vision:
Near visual acuity – clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less, including use of computers.
Far visual acuity – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more, including recognition of features.
Peripheral vision – observing an area that can be seen up and down or to the left or right while eyes are fixed on a given point.
Compensation Pay Range USD 17.52 – 21.22 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
Employer‑paid group term life and disability.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
403(b) with 3 % employer match.
Fitness center use at most facilities.
Various voluntary benefits:
Life, AD&D.
Tuition assistance and scholarships.
Employee assistance program.
Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program.
Pet insurance.
Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.
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5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Part of a nationwide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities is seeking a Social Services Assistant. This position is responsible for directing the social service functions which include planning, development and implementation of appropriate programs designed to address the emotional and psychological needs of campus residents in multiple levels of care, their families, and for actively participating in the resident assessment process, assisting in facilitating inter‑facility transfers and serving as a resident advocate.
Essential Responsibilities
Assist as the facility representative with prospective residents, families and discharge planners for persons in need of skilled nursing care.
Assist with orientation of residents to the skilled nursing facility and services.
Collect and accurately record admission data including social, medical and financial information and address questions and concerns and family adjustment.
Maintain current documentation in resident’s health record as it relates to the social services care component of the comprehensive care plan for each resident as identified by the interdisciplinary team.
Participate in resident care planning meetings for ongoing departmental communication and problem‑solving of delivery of Social Services to residents and families.
Maintain contact with hospital discharge planners to assure continuity of care and continued physician service upon transfer.
Assist residents and/or families in selecting new physicians as necessary.
Assist in the communication of appropriate information to departments regarding admission or discharge.
Assure that appropriate care plan documentation as required by regulations and need is complete.
Education and Work Experience
Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education: Associate’s Degree.
Certifications in related areas are highly desirable.
Experience: Entry Level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong documentation skills – keep files updated, establish progress reports and collaborate with others in your field to organize a comprehensive treatment or management plan for clients/patients.
Understand and follow all regulatory and corporate policies related to confidentiality of the resident’s medical, financial and personal information.
Physical Requirements
Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate various equipment based on department and weather conditions.
Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands and fingers – typing and/or writing.
Clarity of Vision:
Near visual acuity – clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less, including use of computers.
Far visual acuity – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more, including recognition of features.
Peripheral vision – observing an area that can be seen up and down or to the left or right while eyes are fixed on a given point.
Compensation Pay Range USD 17.52 – 21.22 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
Employer‑paid group term life and disability.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
403(b) with 3 % employer match.
Fitness center use at most facilities.
Various voluntary benefits:
Life, AD&D.
Tuition assistance and scholarships.
Employee assistance program.
Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program.
Pet insurance.
Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.
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