What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director (SNF Exp required) position at Avamere?
Social Services Director
Status: Full-Time
Schedule: M-F
Wage: $35 - $45/hour - depending on experience
Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Issaquah - 805 Front St S, Issaquah, WA 98027
Employee Perks:
- Tuition assistance
- Mentorship opportunities & Career development
- Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
- Generous employee referral program
- Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
- Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
Responsibilities:
- Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.
- Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS’s and nurses’ notes and attending meetings.
- Effectively communicate information concerning a patient’s condition with other departments and government agencies.
- Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.
- Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.
- Assist in preparing and planning the department’s annual budget, and maintain throughout the year.
- Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field.
- 2 years’ experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing Facility (mandatory)
- Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
- Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, and private insurances.
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Salary : $35 - $45
