What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Florida Senior Living?
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We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dynamic Social Services Director to lead our social services department at a highly regarded skilled nursing facility in the Tampa area. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents while working closely with families, healthcare staff, and the interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of social services within the facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to the highest standards of care.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' needs, developing individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Advocate for residents’ rights and well-being, providing support for psychosocial issues, including discharge planning, adjustment to facility life, and mental health concerns.
- Provide emotional and psychosocial support to residents and their families, facilitating communication and conflict resolution as necessary.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA).
- Lead and mentor social services staff, ensuring high standards of care and ongoing professional development.
- Serve as the liaison between residents, their families, and the healthcare team to facilitate a smooth and caring experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or related field (MSW preferred).
- Licensed in the State of Florida as a Social Worker (LCSW preferred).
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to skilled nursing facilities.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to resident-centered care.
We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dynamic Social Services Director to lead our social services department at a highly regarded skilled nursing facility in the Tampa area. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents while working closely with families, healthcare staff, and the interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of social services within the facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to the highest standards of care.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' needs, developing individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Advocate for residents’ rights and well-being, providing support for psychosocial issues, including discharge planning, adjustment to facility life, and mental health concerns.
- Provide emotional and psychosocial support to residents and their families, facilitating communication and conflict resolution as necessary.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations (HIPAA).
- Lead and mentor social services staff, ensuring high standards of care and ongoing professional development.
- Serve as the liaison between residents, their families, and the healthcare team to facilitate a smooth and caring experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or related field (MSW preferred).
- Licensed in the State of Florida as a Social Worker (LCSW preferred).
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to skilled nursing facilities.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to resident-centered care.
