What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Brookdale Senior Living?
Plans, organizes, develops, and directs the social service programs to ensure that the medical-related emotional and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.Assesses and identifies medical-related social and emotional needs of the residents.
Develops and implements social care plans with the involvement of the resident, his / her family, physician, and other nursing care staff.Consults with physicians and healthcare team members in dealing with psychosocial factors relating to residents' illnesses, treatments, and discharge plans.Provides discharge planning, including referrals to community and family social services.Assists residents with financial and legal matters; provides or arranges for counseling.
Assists residents with how to make decisions about their health.Directly supervises staff.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; completing performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Possesses knowledge of federal and state regulations, including Medicare / Medicaid, to arrange for needed services not covered by state regulations.Assists with the resident admission process.Orients and trains employees on social services policies and procedures to ensure understanding and support.Monitors supply and equipment needs and budget.Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.Develops and maintains community liaison activities.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.
It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.
An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his / her supervisor.Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityWhy Join Brookdale Galleria?Serving Seniors over 30 years and we are in the heart of the Galleria surrounded by fantastic shopping, restaurants, and the views from our high rise are 2nd to known of the Houston skyline and Galleria shopping experienceExtensive tenure with in its associates and leadership team, many exceed 10, 20, 30 years here in our community and with this comes consistency, dependability and familiarityGrowth OpportunityBeing Part of the Largest Senior Living Operator that is home to close to 60,000 SeniorsMake Lives Better Including Your Own.
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! Youll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.Part and Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insuranceFull Time Only Benefits EligibilityPaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planTuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicants skills and experience.
Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities.
Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the companys 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S.
citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
