Social Services Assistant/Transportation Coordinator

We are seeking a Social Services Assistant to join our team! Under the direct supervision of the Social Services Director the primary purpose of your job position is to assist in all aspects of the Social Services department as assigned and in accordance with current and existing Federal, State, and Local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures to ensure that the emotional and social needs of the resident are met and maintained on an individual basis. **We care about your growth!** Join our team and receive leadership development opportunities to expand your career in the healthcare field, while receiving competitive pay and learning from colleagues in a positive environment. **Social Services Assistant Requirements** * Proven work experience as a social worker * CNA Licence active through the state of CA * BS degree in social work (BSW) preferred, psychology or sociology preferred, but not a requirement * Working knowledge of social theories and practices * Social perceptiveness and empathy * Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships * Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups * Resilience along with ability to assess situations **Primary Social Services Assistant Responsibilities** * Arranging Transportation and consults and accompanying residents on appointments * Searching for Lost Items * Room visits for residents * Assists in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social services programs of the facility * Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services * Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare, and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the patient * Other duties may be assigned **PAY SCALE: $24 / Hour** Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise. #NN