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Social Services Coordinator
The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of our facility’s Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or Social Service Director to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
- Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.
- Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS’s and nurses’ notes and attending meetings.
- Effectively communicate information concerning a patient’s condition with other departments and government agencies.
- Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.
- Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.
Qualifications:
- 2 – 5 years’ experience in Social Services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.
- Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities
- Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
