Social Services Assistant - Full-Time

Join Gulf Coast Skilled Nursing as a full time Social Service Assistant in beautiful Cape Coral, FL.  This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive.  

The Gulf Coast Skilled Nursing is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00           

What We Offer

• 403(b) Retirement Plan;


• Pay in Lieu of benefit options available


• Employee Discount Program (car rental, wireless carriers, travel, uniforms, etc.)


• Career scholarships;


• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;


• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)


• NetSpend – Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.

Position Summary

Plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice


• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another


• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day


• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development


• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Minimum of a High School diploma.


• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing center, or other related medical center.

Preferred qualifications:

• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the social service department.


• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

What your responsibilities will be

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the social service programs of this center.


• Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures.


• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations, on changes in policies and procedures to the Administrator.


• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.


• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.


• Interview resident/families as necessary and in a private setting.


• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Administrator as required.


• Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.

About Us
The Gulf Coast Village is where we provide independent living apartments, assisted living with memory care, skilled nursing, rehab, home care and home health – the complete continuum of care. Located within the beautiful Gulf Coast Village continuing care retirement community in Cape Coral, Palmview is open to anyone who could benefit from a little extra support and compassionate care.  The surrounding Cape Coral area adds to the appeal, offering residents access to scenic waterfront canals, nature preserves, and a variety of local dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation opportunities that reflect the relaxed Southwest Florida lifestyle.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.