Social Services Designee

Alden Estates of Jefferson -

AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!  Are you dedicated to providing incredible care, and looking for a fantastic compensation package? Do you desire career growth with a supportive staff and leadership team to help you reach your goals? If yes, then we have an opportunity for you!

Alden Estates of Jefferson is looking to hire a Social Services Designee.

Job Summary :   The Social Service Designee is responsible for performing assigned social work duties and responsibilities within the facility. The Social Services Designee is responsible to assist the Social Service Director to plan, develop, and organize the Social Service Department in accordance with current Alden policies and procedures, Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to meet individual resident needs in coordination and conjunction with overall facility goals. The Social Services Designee reports to the Social Services Director and the Administrator and accepts consultation / supervision from the Corporate Coordinator of the Social Services Program and theDirector of Operations of Clinical Programs.

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in the Human Services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, or related field); High School Diploma required.
• Have two years of experience in working in the social service / case management realm of the healthcare field.
• Current knowledge of Federal and State Long-Term Care (LTC) Social Service regulations and / or ability to understand and interpret.
• Demonstrate skills and ability in working with and understanding the needs of the residents, families, other staff members and personnel from community agencies.
• The ability to produce concise, meaningful, clinical written reports, assessments, documentation, and care planning initiatives and articulate the social / psychological needs of the residents.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action that are in the best interest of the residents, staff, and families. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies / personnel and the public in a professional manor.
• Must possess leadership ability, under the direction of the SSD, and a willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• The ability to accept and utilize professional supervision, consultation, and in-service training / educational opportunities.
• Must demonstrate the ability to handle confidential data with professional discretion.
• Possess the qualities of empathy, compassion, understanding, enthusiasm, and humor to effectively interact with residents, families, and staff.
• Willingness to be flexible regarding working hours to ensure quality of care.
• Understand and be able to manage emotional needs of yourself and the staff.