What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Royal Health Falmouth?
Royal Health Group is looking for a motivated Social Services Director to join our team.
About the company
Royal Health is a family-owned and operated group of Skilled Nursing Facilities dedicated to providing the highest standards of personal care for our residents in our nursing homes. We seek to innovate and expand our services to ensure we meet the evolving needs of those in our care.
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Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Service Director to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality support to the resident and families, work with other members of the interdisciplinary team, and ensure that residents receive the best possible treatment in a variety of settings, including long term care, sub-acute care, and memory care. This role requires strong skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to resident-centered care.
Responsibilities
Including, but not limited to:
Conduct discharge planning, behavior, and care plan meetings.
Assist residents and families with coping with the new environment and changes to physical or mental capacity, end-of-life concerns, and the grieving process.
Work directly with the patient, family and other team members to outline the goals at admission and create a plan to meet those goals.
Responsible for assessing our resident's psychological status during admissions and other intervals during residence.
Assessment of our residents' psychological status during Admission.
Knowledgeable in PASSRS, MDS, Annuals, and Quarterlies during their residency.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive resident care in our facilities.
All other duties as assigned.
Skills
BSW or related field is required.
Prior work with a geriatric population is also a plus.
Must be a licensed Social Worker in the Commonwealth of MA.
Two years of Social Work experience in long-term care or healthcare facility preferred but not required.
Previous management experience is also a plus.
Candidates should show evidence of creativity, organizational skills and cheerful personality.
Previous experience in long-term care or other healthcare setting is a plus.
Experience working with Alzheimers/Dementia patients a plus.
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding employee, resident and company proprietary information.
Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels.
Must possess computer skills of the types and at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
Knowledge of HIPPA, and state and federal regulations.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Benefits
Paid Weekly
Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental)
Employer Sponsored Life Insurance
401K
Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
Early Access to Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Various Discount Programs (Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, Club Memberships, ect.)
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Apply now and join our family of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our residents.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law.
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