Social services analyst job description

Responsible for helping to establish and adhere to purchasing guidelines based on the strategies and goals of the Indirect Procurement team. This individual is highly motivated, analytical, and thrives in a team environment. They will research and compare suppliers, goods, and services and prepare cost-benefit analysis reports. Finally, they will select the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* Negotiates an aggressive and fair price with the vendor/suppliers, draft purchase agreements, and coordinate the delivery of the goods or services.
* Analyzes current market trends within the industry based on sales or performance data; as well as to forecast future performance and make procurement recommendations accordingly.
* Provides financial analysis for current and future projects, and as well daily operations.
* Works closely with vendor/suppliers to ensure all purchases are received timely, products and services meet expectations, and variances are accurately resolved.
* Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
* Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, and maintains necessary records.
* Prepares request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
* Provides technical advice and leadership on major projects to ensure correct and continuous supply of products and services.
* Works effectively with teammates and customers to coordinate plans for standardizing best practices across multiple locations and business units.
* Writes, corrects, and makes modifications to various procedures related to the procurement process
* Performs post-reward analytics to measure demand and consumption.
* Performs special analysis and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree with 2 or more years of buying experience is required.
* Strong financial analysis and research skills required.
* MSOffice knowledge required.
* Strong communication skills.
* Well organized and detail oriented.
* Flexible and agile team player.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Office environment
* Limited travel required

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Looking for an Experienced Full-Time Social Services Assistant

* Must have At least one (2) year experience in social work, preferably in a long-term care facility.
* Bachelors or Master's degree in social work, sociology or psychology

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Signature HealthCARE at Tower Road is a 126-bed facility that offers a wide array of services enabling our patients to receive the medical care they need, the restorative therapy they require, and the support they and their families deserve. We serve many types of patients needs from short-term rehabilitation to traditional long-term care. Working with your physician, our staff including medical specialists, nurses, nutritionists, therapists, dietitians and social workers establishes a comprehensive treatment plan intended to restore you or your loved one to the fullest practicable potential. We know that choosing the right center for your healthcare needs can be overwhelming. We hope you find our website to be a valuable resource for you and your family in your decision-making process. We are here to assist you, so please call us anytime with questions.

Signature HealthCARE is a family-based healthcare company that offers integrated services in 10 states across the continuum of care: skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care, home health, cognitive care, and telemedicine.

A growing number of our centers are earning quality assurance accreditation and pioneering person - directed care. Many of our skilled nursing facilities have achieved a 4 or 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Additionally, we have been awarded as a certified Great Place to Work for three years in a row and Modern Healthcare's "Best Places to Work!"

Signature HealthCARE has a vision to radically change the landscape of healthcare forever. It's more than a corporation… it's a Revolution. We are currently seeking an innovative and progressive leader to join the mission as our Social Services Assistant.

Signature HealthCARE is an industry leader in post-acute, long term care and rehabilitation services. We operate more than 115 locations across 10 states employing over 17,000 Stakeholders (our thoughtful and loving employees).

A growing number of Signature centers are earning Five-Star ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We were also named one of Modern Healthcare's "Best Places to Work" three times! Signature's culture is unparalleled and founded on three pillars: Learning, Spirituality, and Innovation. Come see what the Revolution is all about!

As Social Services Assistant you will be responsible for:

* Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance work flow, and/or improve the work environment.
* Assist in collecting social history data and in the development of a comprehensive discharge plan, including the MDS and Care Plan for new admits, as directed by the Social Services Director.
* Orient and assist new residents in adjusting to the facility. Assist residents and families with adjustment to changes, including room changes.
* Assist families with the engraving and/or marking of resident's personal items.

Requirements for Consideration include:

* At least one (2) year experience in social work, preferably in a long-term care facility.
* Bachelors or Master's degree in social work, sociology or psychology or in a related human services field, including but not limited to, special education, rehabilitation and counseling.
* Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
* Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
* Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.

SignatureHealthcare is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Social Services Designee is to assist in implementing and directing social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures. Assure that the residents physical, mental, emotional and social needs are met and maintained on an individual basis.

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Comply with the Facility's personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
* Comply with the marketing department's policies and procedures.
* Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator/DON or Nurse Manager on Call.
* Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.
* Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
* Report to work on time and as scheduled.
* Assist the Social Service Director in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility.
* Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed.
* Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
* Coordinates admissions including readmissions, room moves and patient inquires.
* Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.
* Assist in arranging transportation to appointments, transfers to another facility, discharges, etc.
* Interview residents/families as necessary and in a private setting.
* Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.
* Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.
* Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director.
* May be required to coordinate resident Medicare and Medicaid benefits including beneficiary consent, denials, explanations, utilization and MS 2001. Responsible for coordinating VA and insurance benefits for residents.
* Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life.
* Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.
* Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary.
* Maintain contact with the resident's family, involving them with non-medical progress reports as necessary.
* Assist in interpreting social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members.
* Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
* Attend and participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that may result in exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, or hazardous chemicals.
* Report all incidents/accidents immediately.
* Participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
* Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the Director indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow facility's established procedures.
* Inform the resident/family of the resident's personal and property rights.
* Assist resident with information concerning resident rights, living wills, etc.
* Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.

Key Job/Physical Requirements

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Facility.

* Bachelor's Degree from an approved school of social work, preferred.
* Social service designee certificate or license, required.
* If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company's Motor Vehicles policy.
* Must have basic computer skills.
* Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
* Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
* Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
* Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
* Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds. The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.