Social Services Assistant at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital – Ridgecrest, California

Job Summary

• Occupation: Social Services Assistant

• Specialty: Social Services / Skilled Nursing

• Salary: $23.78–$35.67

• Working Hours: 40 hours/week

• Shifts: Day

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Skilled Nursing Facility

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for Social Services Assistants who are passionate about supporting residents and their families through meaningful care and guidance. In this role, you’ll help coordinate and implement social service programs, assist with discharge planning, and provide support to residents as they navigate personal, emotional, and environmental challenges. You’ll play an important role in creating a supportive and respectful environment while collaborating closely with care teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct admission interviews and complete psychosocial assessments and histories

• Develop and maintain individualized social service care plans and goals

• Assist residents and families with transitions, including admission and discharge processes

• Ensure Advanced Directives and POLST documentation are complete and properly maintained

• Coordinate ancillary services such as dental, optical, audiology, and podiatry

• Participate in resident care conferences and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings

• Maintain ongoing communication with residents and families to address needs and concerns

• Document progress notes and complete required documentation, including MDS sections

• Support discharge planning, including home care needs and transportation arrangements

• Advocate for resident rights and serve as a liaison between staff, families, and community agencies

• Ensure compliance with Title 22, OBRA, and other state and federal regulations

• Process Medicare, HMO, and private denial letters in accordance with regulations

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families to ensure coordinated, compassionate care. You’ll contribute to a supportive and collaborative environment focused on improving quality of life for each resident.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Previous experience in social services or skilled nursing preferred

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Ability to make independent decisions when appropriate

• Must demonstrate Service Excellence in interactions with patients, families, coworkers, and the community

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.