What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Manager position at Hospice of the North Coast?
JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEART
Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Social Services Manager fills a management position with both clinical and management responsibility for his/her team; serves as liaison to and conduit between the Director of Patient Care Services, clinical staff on his/her respective team, patients and their families, and the community. The Social Services Manager conducts psychosocial assessments and evaluations and provides emotional counseling to patients/families and participates in the implementation of clinical policies and procedures; and carries out the organization's purposes in a manner consistent with the goals, objectives, and established policies. Works in conjunction with the Director of Patient Care Services to oversee and implement day-to-day operations and program planning. The Social Services Coordinator provides supervision, direction, and education to the Social Services Team which includes social workers and care advocates, serving patients in both the hospice and palliative care programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Master's degree in social work or Marriage and Family Therapy from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Credentials: Certified, licensed, or registered as appropriate. LCSW required.
Experience: Supervisory experience in hospice, long-term care, hospital and/or home health care.
Core Competencies: Demonstrates competence in administration, supervision and training functions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team. Proficiency in Microsoft Windows 11 operating system.
Other: Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
**Health insurance coverage, Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid by employer
**Matching 401K plan
**Free Life Insurance/LTD plan
**Continuous professional and clinical training
**Generous PTO accrual
**Holiday Pay
**EAP - Employee Assistance Program
**Small service area
Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status.
Disclaimer: For all our employees, we conduct pre-employment drug and physical tests, as well as background checks that include criminal records, employment history, education verification, and an OIG exclusion review.
Salary : $110,000 - $125,000
