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Social Service Assistant

This online course is designed to give you the training and insight you'll need to work with the Social Service programs in nursing homes.

$1,045.00 (USD)

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                                70 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES173
                            
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                                6 Months
                            
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Overview

Social Service Assistants are members of interdisciplinary health care teams within the LTC facility. They work under the supervision of licensed social workers and other staff who have more education and experience, and assist these professionals with their daily tasks. They often conduct admission interviews, inform residents and their families of their rights, advocate for residents with social services organizations, help residents adjust to living in the facility, and coordinate care services. Coordinating care services may involve ensuring that Medicare and other billing issues are appropriately handled, informing mental health and medical staff if residents require services and scheduling medical and other appointments for residents.

This course will cover content that includes professionalism, documentation and ethics, social service related regulations, the admission process, assessment documentation, MDS/RAPS, care planning, resident rights, abuse prevention, survey and survey process, discharge planning, disease processes, the effects of aging, and the end of life pain process. After completing this course, you will be ready to work in the following states: WA, CA, ID, WY, NM, ND, KS, OK, TX, MN, MO, WI, TN, AL, OH, WV, NH, FL. Additional training and/or licensing may be required in other states.

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Unit 1
1. History of long-term care
2. Philosophy of person-centered care
3. Basic knowledge of the aging process
4. Misconceptions
5. Physical Changes
6. Cognitive changes: Dementia, Alzheimer's
7. Mental Health/Illness
8. Psychosocial needs
9. Overview of applicable regulations
10. The Survey Process
11. OBRA resident rights
12. Advocacy in self-determination
13. Resident/family councils
Unit 2
1. Types and techniques used for the admission and discharge process
2. Principles of documentation
3. Basic performance skills
4. Management of internal support staff, budgeting, supplies and outside resources
5. Getting to know the person
6. Person Centered Care Plan Development
7. Evaluation of care plan effectiveness
Unit 3
1. History and Philosophy
2. Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers and other ethical issues.
3. Role of the supervisor
4. Admission Process
5. Discharge
6. Advocacy
7. Mediation
8. Problem solving
9. Supportive services
10. Assist with financial planning
11. Assist with legal issues
12. Professionalism
13. Marketing
14. Orientation
15. Transportation and appointments
Unit 4
1. The social services assistant and the rest of the team.
2. The social services assistant and the resident
3. The social services assistant and the family
4. The social services assistant and the community
5. Social history
6. Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) - Social services assistants provide input, but may not complete
7. Individualized Care Plan
8. Progress notes
9. Intervention notes
10. Hospice
11. Medicare/Medicaid
12. SRS
13. Adult Protective Services
14. Prepare for additional "nuts and bolts" issues involved in working as a Social Services Assistant.

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Does this course prepare for a certification?

No.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Social Service Assistant

This online course is designed to give you the training and insight you'll need to work with the Social Service programs in nursing homes.

Overview

Objective

Outline

Requirements

Prerequisites

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