What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Eagleridge Health & Rehab?
Director of Social Services!
TOP WAGES & DAILY PAY OPTION AVAILABLE!!!
The Director of Social Services identifies and provides for each resident's social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident's full potential during their stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for their discharge. Oversees the Social Work Department of Long Term and Acute Care patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES of the Director of Social Services include, but are not limited to:
- Develops a social history, social assessment and care plan which identifies pertinent problems and needs, realistic goals to be accomplished and the specific action to be taken in resolution of the problems and/or needs upon admission of each new resident.
- Actively participate in interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings
- Document progress notes which relate to each resident’s care plan when necessary and within policy timeframes.
- Assist the resident and resident’s family in discharge and placement planning.
QUALIFICATIONS for the position of Director of Social Services:
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.
- Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
- Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates and personnel of other community agencies.
- Must have knowledge of State and Federal guidelines
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