Social Service Assistant

Social Service Assistant

The Orchards is currently seeking a Social Service Assistantto join our team.

Social Service Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning social services programs
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to plan social services programs for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neurological and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, and infectious diseases if applicable
• Promptly follows-up on admission inquiries, evaluates and assesses the needs of prospective residents to determine appropriateness of facility placement

Social Service Assistant Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience as a Social Service Assistant in a large LTC setting preferred
• BSW or MSW preferred, or Bachelors degree in related field
• At least one year experience in Social Work field required

Social Service Assistant Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement