Social Services Designee

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.

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.

Requirements

• Social Services Designee Certification required

• Strong communication, listening, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and staff

• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking

• Occasional sitting, bending, kneeling, or crouching

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Why Join Alhambra Post Acute?

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.