Director of Social Services - SNF

Hiring Immediately!

Director of Social Services

Join the team as a member of our proud and caring staff. As a member of our family, you will enjoy being part of a valued team where personal advancement and the development of skills are respected and where you will feel appreciated.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct the operations of the Social Services department including the supervision and development of Social Services staff.
• Lead and manage the Social Services department, participating in performance management and corrective action when necessary.
• Participate in the interview and hiring process to ensure quality services are provided.

Organize staff education and ensure department compliance with applicable regulations.

• Provide direct clinical and evaluation services for assigned caseload, providing social work services to residents/tenants as needed, including but not limited to assisting them manage their daily lives, cope with issues and navigate relationships.
• Assist the resident/tenant in recognizing problems or concerns and develop adequate approaches to address these issues.
• Assist with discharge planning for homeward bound residents.
• Ensure documentation is maintained to comply with applicable regulations.
• Monitor residents psychosocial status; evaluate goals and initiate changes in care plan accordingly.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure adequate flow of services and to best meet the needs of residents.
• Establish and coordinate procedures with care teams to expedite direct services to clients.
• Attend various meetings as required including Director Meetings, community, resident and family counsel, etc.
• Assist with various other Social Service duties as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree required. A Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• LSW licensure required; LCSW or LICSW strongly preferred.
• Experience as a social worker in a healthcare-related setting. Experience within a nursing home or rehabilitation center is strongly preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable of the rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
• Strong, but comforting, communication skills with the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $83,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Social Services: 1 year (Required)
• Nursing home: 1 year (Required)
• Supervisor: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $83,000