Social Services Specialist

Social Services Specialist: Temp-to-Perm (90 Days) Bridge Crest Post Acute | Vancouver, WA | Full-Time $32.00 + an hour dependable upon experience. Who we are Bridge Crest Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehab community. We offer short-term rehab, long-term care, and memory care, and we're a close-knit team that genuinely has each other's backs. The role Our social services team is going through a transition, and we need an experienced pro who can step in, get their bearings quickly, and keep things steady. You'll bring the know-how of a Director with the day-to-day focus of hands-on work: residents, families, and good discharges. It starts as a 90-day assignment, and we're hoping it turns into something permanent. If it's a good fit on both sides, there's a real path to stay. What your days will look like Getting to know residents through psychosocial assessments and care planning Keeping MDS and documentation accurate and on time Speaking up for residents and families in care conferences and IDT meetings Planning safe, well-coordinated discharges with hospitals, home health, and community partners Helping residents and families with advance directives, POLST, Medicaid, and benefits questions Supporting residents through behavioral health needs and the adjustment to a new setting Following up on concerns and grievances so people feel heard Lending a hand and some guidance to teammates when they need it What you'll bring A degree in social work 3+ years in skilled nursing or post-acute social services. Director or lead experience is a big plus. Comfort with MDS, care plans, discharge planning, and SNF regulations Warmth, patience, and a knack for connecting with people on hard days Equal Opportunity Employer Bridge Crest Post Acute is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any status protected by federal, state, or local law. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr