Social Services Specialist

Job description

Social Services Specialist Hillcrest Country Estates the Cottages | Papillion, NE Pay: $19.00-$23.28/hr based upon experience and education Inspire care beyond the clinical. Be the bridge that helps people move forward. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple but powerful: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a Social Services Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping patients and families navigate care transitions with clarity, compassion, and confidence—from admission through discharge and beyond. What You’ll Do: You’re part advocate, part coordinator, part problem-solver—the connective tissue of the care experience. - Guide patients and families through admissions, care planning, and transitions - Assess psychosocial and social service needs and develop individualized plans - Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth, safe transitions of care - Coordinate referrals and post-acute services in alignment with regulations and patient preferences - Provide education, counseling, and support to patients and families - Advocate for patient rights and ensure their voice is heard in care decisions - Manage documentation including assessments, progress note...