Social Services Assistant

Social Services Assistant Diablo Valley Post Acute Location

• Concord,
• CA
• Position:
• Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Pay
• Range: $29.00–$30.00 per hour (DOE)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and 401(k) for eligible employees Join Our Team Diablo Valley Post Acute is seeking a compassionate, organized, and resident-focused Social Services Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you will help support the emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents while assisting with the planning, coordination, and implementation of social service programs. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Social Services Assistant supports the Social Services Director in ensuring residents receive the resources, advocacy, and support necessary to maintain the highest possible quality of life. This position plays a key role in coordinating services, assisting with discharge planning, maintaining documentation, and helping residents and families navigate healthcare and community resources. Key Responsibilities Resident Support & Advocacy Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of independence, self-care, and psychosocial well-being. Provide support to residents and families coping with illness, disability, transitions in care, and other life challenges. Help identify residents' social and emotional needs and assist in developing appropriate service plans. Maintain regular social services progress notes and documentation. Care Coordination Collaborate with administration, nursing, rehabilitation, and other departments to coordinate resident services. Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning. Coordinate outpatient appointments and on-site ancillary services, including optometry, podiatry, dental, and psychiatric services. Connect residents and families with community resources, healthcare agencies, and financial assistance programs. Program Support Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating social service programs. Participate in policy development, review, and implementation. Support orientation and in-service training programs related to residents' social, emotional, and medical needs. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary meetings. Compliance & Documentation Complete required reports, assessments, and documentation accurately and timely. Maintain confidentiality of resident information and protected health information (PHI). Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations. Report any known or suspected incidents of fraud, abuse, neglect, or unauthorized disclosure of resident information. Qualifications Experience in social services, healthcare, skilled nursing, case management, or a related field preferred. Knowledge of community resources, discharge planning, and resident advocacy is a plus. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and community agencies. Compassionate, professional, and committed to resident-centered care. Proficiency with documentation and basic computer systems. Benefits Eligible full-time employees enjoy: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities Supportive Team Environment Ongoing Training and Professional Development Apply Today Join Diablo Valley Post Acute and become part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of our residents through compassionate care, advocacy, and support. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! 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. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.