Social Services Director - Nursing Home jobs in Long Beach, CA

We are seeking an immediate need for an experienced Social Service Designee in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

A great opportunity to work in a loving and caring environment. We offer competitive pay, with amazing benefits!

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Job Training
• Professional Development

Why Work for Los Palos Post-Acute Care Center

• Work-life Balance
• Clinical Support 24/7
• Opportunities for Growth
• Unmatched Employee Benefits

Job Description:

• Conduct an admission interview with the resident and family for the purpose of completing a confidential psychosocial history and assessment, identify areas of concern, develop treatment plans/goals, and complete advance directives.
• Update residents’ charts/social services record every three months following an initial evaluation and/or as social services needs are demonstrated. Re-evaluate resident care plans at least every three months.
• Maintain periodic contact with families to keep them informed of residents’ needs.
• Assist residents with clothing purchases, obtaining telephone and other items as needed. Facilitate repair of prostheses and arrange for transportation.
• Assist Activity Coordinator with outside or special resident activities.
• Advocate residents’ rights according to Title XXII.
• Consult with appropriate staff regarding resident needs and concerns providing resources.
• Assist with discharge planning in consultation with Supervisor and Director of Nursing.
• Contribute to Resident Care Conferences, and communicate resident and family areas of concern.
• Prepare confidential cases or concerns for monthly conference meetings with the Social Work Consultant.
• Review Advance Directive (AD) and/or Preferred Intensity of Care (PIC) with new residents and their families and follow-up with completion of AD and/or PIC.
• Assist nursing with dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry needs of the residents.

Full-time

Skilled Nursing Experience Required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Skilled Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place