Social Services/Discharge Planner

Assist with the planning, coordination and development of the Social Services Program.

Participates in family and patient activities designed to promote social interaction, reality orientation and intellectual stimulation.

Counsels patients and families including dealing with feelings about death or dying and other emotional, mental, environmental or physical limitations.

Completes the social services portion of the MDS within 14 days of admission.

Coordinates admissions and discharges.

Acts as a liaison with social, health and community agencies.

Assists with grievance resolution when requested.