Social Services Assistant
Avalon Health Care•Yakima, WA
•$25 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
Avalon Care Center Yakima is hiring a Social Services Assistant for its 101-bed skilled nursing facility in Yakima, Washington. The role supports residents’ emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being and helps residents and families through admission, care planning, and discharge. The assistant also helps residents adjust to changes and transitions during their stay and works with an interdisciplinary team to support quality outcomes.
Requirements
- Previous social services experience.
- Skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to pass employment screenings.
Responsibilities
- Support residents and families during admission, care planning, and discharge processes.
- Assist with psychosocial assessments, care plans, MDS documentation, and resident records.
- Help residents adjust to changes and transitions during their stay.
- Advocate for resident rights and promote resident well-being.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support quality outcomes.
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, and community resources.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Critical illness and accident coverage
- Legal benefits
- Identity theft protection
- Auto and home insurance discounts
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
