Social Service Coordinator QUALIFICATIONS

Job Descriptions Manual
• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a human services field (LSW required in TX Centers); and one year of supervised work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.
In centers under 120 beds:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Neat in appearance
• Good physical and mental health
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good administrative and organizational abilities
• Knowledge of Social Resources in the Community
• Degree in Psycho/Social Healthcare preferred

Principal Responsibilities:
Social Service Coordinator CLINICAL/ADMINISTRATIVE
• Ensure the residents’ psychosocial and concrete needs are identified and met in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Orient residents to the center.
• Discharge planning.
• Implement and update Resident Care Plan and Social History.
• Maintain records of outside referrals.
• Assist in coordinating residents’ financial affairs.
• Communicate needs and plan of care to residents, families, responsible parties, and appropriate staff.
• Participate in meetings, in-services, and training as required.
• Meet with consultants as required.
• Organize and facilitate Family Council (Participate as requested by Council Members).
• Implement and maintain an ongoing Quality Measurement and Performance Improvement Program (QMPI).
• Assist with coordination of resident room moves.

CONSUMER SERVICE
• Present a professional image to consumers through dress, behavior, and speech.
• Adhere to company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
• Ensure that all consumer/resident rights are protected.
• Organize and maintain a professional work setting.

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