What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Meridian Health?
Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!
WELCOME BONUS OF $10k!
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You are the dynamic, professional Social Services Director we are looking for. In a full time capacity, you will be a part of the multidisciplinary psychiatric team, providing and directing social services on the inpatient unit at River Bend Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!
Social Services Director Key Responsibilities :
- Provides assessment, case formulation, and treatment planning to patients admitted to the
- hospital.
- Provides an appropriate range of individual therapy modalities.
- Provides the delivery of group therapy.
- Provides the delivery of family / couple therapy.
- Provides assistance with screening for admission requests.
- Collaborates with families for collateral information and ongoing treatment updates.
- Enters chart notes in a timely manner and consistent with Treatment Plan objectives.
- Deals positively with patient and family requests.
- Prepares the patient and family for discharge and works with patient to formulate a realistic plan.
- Maintains professional boundaries.
- Attends team meetings and staff meetings.
- Meets with assigned supervisor for clinical and administrative supervision, as needed.
- Good time management skills including the ability to structure time, prioritize activities, and be self-motivated.
- Works well with staff of other agencies and with colleagues.
- Effectively works as a member of the treatment team.
- Effectively communicates with consumers, families, coworkers, and other agency staff.
- Teaches, trains, and / or supervises students, as assigned.
- Maintains patient records in accordance with hospital standards.
- Retains active professional license.
- Continues professional growth and development through participation in specialized workshops, professional groups, and individual study.
- Provides assistance with assessment of 'walk-in' emergencies and direct outcome.
- Participates in the organization's quality improvement program.
We are seeking Social Services Director candidates with the following qualities :
Why You should choose Meridian for your Social Services Director career :
Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M / F / D / V) and also participates in E-Verify.
