Social Services Assistant

Social Services Assistant

Location: Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center | Aiken, SC

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Assistant to join our skilled nursing team. In this important role, you will support residents and their families by advocating for their social and emotional well-being while assisting in the coordination of the Social Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized care plans that address residents' psychosocial and emotional needs
• Support the admission and discharge process, ensuring smooth and supportive transitions
• Provide emotional support through individual and group interactions during periods of adjustment or crisis
• Maintain accurate, detailed documentation of residents' behavioral and psychosocial status
• Assist in coordinating volunteer programs and community engagement initiatives to enhance residents' quality of life
• Educate and orient residents and families on facility services, policies, and available resources
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive comprehensive, person-centered care

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field preferred
• Experience in long-term care or a healthcare setting preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing social services in skilled nursing facilities
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, professional, and resident-focused approach to care

Benefits

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Telemedicine Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and applicable state sick leave)

Education Assistance Program

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement*
• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

Benefits, bonuses, and eligibility are based on applicable state law and factors such as employment status, job grade, location, and length of service.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents every day.

Apply today!