Social Services Assistant

Hamilton Pointe Health and Rehabilitation•Ohio, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Caring Team as a Social Service Assistant at Hamilton Health and Rehabilitation! Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of others? At Hamilton Health and Rehabilitation, our team is more than just coworkers – we're a team! We are on a mission to provide exceptional care, and we're looking for passionate Social Service Assistant to join us on this rewarding journey. Our vibrant and dedicated team is committed to creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our residents and staff. Every member of our team brings their unique talents and skills, contributing to our shared goal of helping our residents achieve their highest functional abilities. When you join us, you become an essential part of a community that values every role and every individual.

Requirements

Must possess a Social Service Designee Certification and/or Activities Certification with the high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Social Services practices.

Nice To Haves

A Social Services Designee Certification (SSD) from the state is preferred.
Previous experience in long-tern care is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Social Services Director in the operation of the Social Services Department.
Interview resident/families to obtain social history.
Arrange transportation to other facilities when necessary.
Monitor resident mood/behaviors.
Develop and implement behavior management programs.
Maintain and acquire eyewear, hearing aids and dentures as well as obtaining personal items and specialty needs for the residents.
Oversee psychotherapeutic medications.
Manage room change-plans, documentation and follow-up.
Maintain transfer documentation.
Collect and execute CQI and MDS data.
Complete periodic progress notes.
Schedule and document care plan meetings.
Review nurses notes to determine if the care plan is being followed.
Maintain the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights, privacy and property are protected at all times.
Report and document resident and/or visitor incidents, accidents, complaints or allegations according to the facility’s policy and procedure using the designated occurrence reporting system.
Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintain a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy.
Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and records, files, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of work day, etc.
Abide by all emergency protocols for crash carts, resident codes, fire safety, missing residents, tornado preparation, violent residents, Wander guard alarms, door alarms, and other facility policies as assigned.
Report any forms of abuse witnessed and aware of and taking appropriate action according to policy.
Follow infection control and universal precautions procedures.
Follow periodic cleaning schedules for equipment and returning equipment to proper area after use.
Ensure the facility is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Services Director.