Social Services Assistant
Workplace injuries
AVANTE AT OCALA in Ocala reported 4 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 222,958 hours worked: 3.6 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at skilled nursing facilitiesnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 3.9 per 100 full-time workers. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Staffing at Avante at Ocala, Inc, by Medicare's record
One nurse aide on duty for every 10.7 residents at an average hour (Florida's middle home: 10.9); 53.3% of its nursing staff left in a year (Florida: 42%); Medicare staffing rating 3 of 5. From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.
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About the job
Social Services Assistant Needed!! – Join Avante Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center!
Do you enjoy working with the elderly? Are you passionate about helping others? Let Avante Group, Inc be your new work family!
Avante at Ocala Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Social Services Assistant to assist the Social Services department with providing medically related social services.
Essential Job Functions: Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist with discharge planning, including arrangements for home health services,
DME, transportation, circulation of post d/c plan of care, mail survey to
discharged residents, post discharge follow-up calls in the log, document steps
taken in the medical record under discharge planning etc. with appropriate
documentation in the medical record.
- Assist with PASRR Level II paperwork and ensure it is completed timely and
accurately.
- All duties pertaining to social services office functions such as: filing, faxing,
phone calls, mailing etc.
- Assist with all room changes and documents in the medical record. Follow up
within 48 hours of the room change and document.
- Coordinate with Activities staff to obtain personal items, clothing items and
adaptive equipment as needed.
- Assist with the ICP Medicaid process, including applications for Medicaid.
- Social Services Assistant is to complete all 3-day Medicare letters in the absence
of the Social Services Director, after appropriate training has been provided.
- Complete assigned social services audits on a PRN basis to ensure compliance
with state and federal regulations pertaining to advance directives and social
services documentation.
- Assist with any complaints or formal grievances filed by residents and/or
responsible parties. Provide investigative results to the Administrator and Social
Services Director as applicable. Ensure that the Grievance log is up to date and
grievances are complete and filed appropriately in the Grievance book.
- Coordinate and assist with all departmental referrals, including dental, eye care,
hearing, podiatry, psychiatry and psychological support.
- Assist the resident and/or responsible party with the application process for Social
Security representative payee paperwork as needed.
- Social Services Assistant is encouraged to attend extraneous meetings for
marketing purposes etc. under the direction of the Administrator and Social
Services Director.
Why Avante?
At Avante, we believe in providing the highest quality of care to our residents while fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our team.
Benefits You’ll Love:
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision and more!)
Strong Retirement Plan for Your Future
Paid Time Off & Holidays to Recharge
Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in Your Education
Health & Wellness Programs to Keep You Feeling Your Best
Employee Recognition Programs – Win prizes & an annual cruise!
A Collaborative Work Environment – We value your voice! (Employee surveys, check-ins, & town halls)
Advancement Opportunities – Grow Your Career with Us!
What we are looking for
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
- Must be computer proficient with applicable programs i.e. Micro-soft word,
Excel, Outlook and Giftwrap etc.
- High School Diploma required.
- Must have at least 3 years’ experience in related field.
- Long Term Care preferred.
Avante Offers DAILY PAY! Work Today, Get Paid Today!
Background Screening Requirement: This position requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more : https://info.flclearinghouse.com
If you are passionate about patient care and a rewarding work environment, Don’t Hesitate- Apply Today!
Avante provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Veterans' status, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender, genetic information or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal requirements, Avante complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Avante expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, Veterans' status or any other category protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of Avante's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including, discharge.
From Avante at Ocala's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Avante at Ocala
Avante at Ocala is a 133 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Avante at Ocala)-bed nursing home in Ocala, FL, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and advanced practice providers. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Avante at Ocala
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