Social Services Coordinator
Company: Eskaton Properties, Inc.
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: November 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Description *** $1,500 Sign-On Bonus! Some restrictions apply
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Certified in 2022 as "A Great Place to Work," Eskaton is a
nonprofit senior services provider that has proudly served older
adults for over 50 years. With dozens of communities throughout
Northern California, Eskaton is a great place to join and build a
solid career with. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive
benefits, Eskaton employees have the opportunity to make a real
difference in the community and in the lives they touch.
At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means
that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work
with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the
aging spectrum.
Our Benefits include but are not limited to...
This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the
first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time
Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.
Position Summary:
The Social Services Coordinator directs programs in response to the
social and emotional needs of the residents. The position maintains
policies and procedures for the social services of the residents
and works with other Eskaton consultants and facilities for
out-placement or discharge.
The starting salary for this position ranges from $20.75 to
$26.98/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the
position, candidate's work experience, education/training,
job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and
business considerations may influence base pay offered.
Position Responsibilities include:
* Identifies psycho-social needs of Assisted Living, Skilled
Nursing Facility, and Memory Care residents through evaluations
made at the time of admission to facility and upon staff/physician
referral. Makes appropriate referrals to community agencies (i.e.,
adult protective services).
* Documents adherence to the plan of care for social services and
updates the plan as changes occur. Assists in the scheduling of
resident care conferences and participates in conferences as
appropriate.
* Maintains current community resource information that may be
required for residents at time of admission or discharge.
* Participates in utilization review as necessary.
* Completes all psycho-social assessments within seven days of
resident admission to the Skilled Nursing facility and two weeks
for the Assisted Living Unit and the Memory Care Unit.
* Makes recommendations for room changes for residents needing to
move due to psycho-social problems.
* Conducts community tours as necessary.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in health services or related field
preferred.
Training and Experience:
Possesses a minimum of three years combined experience in nursing
home or other related health care required.
Job Knowledge:
Familiarity with medical terminology, physical conditions and
health care delivery systems and managed care. Knowledge of aging
and geriatrics. Understands multiple levels of care. Ability to
assess and meet resident's needs. Knows state and federal
regulations.
The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer,
pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check,
drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.
Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity,
sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
Education Bachelors of Other (preferred)
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