Social Services Designee
About The Position
Social Services Designee Alhambra Post Acute – Martinez, CA Pay: $24–$26 per hour Alhambra Post Acute in Martinez, California is seeking a compassionate and organized Social Services Designee to join our team. In this role, you will support residents and their families by helping address social, emotional, and psychosocial needs while promoting the highest possible level of well-being. If you are empathetic, proactive, and passionate about advocating for residents, we would love to meet you. At Alhambra Post Acute, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We believe in creating a workplace where staff feel valued and residents receive the care and respect they deserve. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Requirements
- Social Services Designee Certification required
- Strong communication, listening, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and staff
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide medically related social services to help residents maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
- Evaluate residents’ social, emotional, and family needs and assist in developing individualized care plans.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and families coping with illness, disability, grief, or life changes.
- Assist residents and families with healthcare decisions and care planning.
- Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team on discharge planning, including referrals for community services and equipment needs.
- Schedule outpatient appointments and ancillary services such as optometry, podiatry, dental, and psychiatric visits.
- Assist residents in obtaining community resources and support services.
- Help with personal shopping and tracking resident belongings, including follow-up on lost or missing items.
- Maintain accurate documentation related to resident social service status.
- Build strong relationships with facility departments and community agencies to support resident needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
