What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Sapphire at Firwood Gardens?
JOB SUMMARY:
JOB SUMMARY:
A Social Services Director working with our Community Based Care facility will counsel, and aide residents and families requiring assistance. This position acts to meet those needs through individual and group social services programming. This position also promotes residents’ potential during their stay and collaborates needed healthcare resources.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct the overall operation of Social Services Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
- Counsel's residents individually, or with family/support groups
- Refers residents to needed services such as Dental, Optometry, Audiology, Podiatry, Psychology, and Psychiatry and other community health resources
- The Social Services Director will compile records and prepare reports such as theft and loss
- Prepares timely documentation of social service interventions and assessments in resident's chart
- Coordinates with nursing to meet the residents’ optical, dental, and audiological needs and arranges transportation
- Attends resident care meetings
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Services or similar field
- Assisted Living/Memory Care experience preferred
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- PTO
- 401(K)
- Medical/Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Birthday/Holiday Pay
- Wellness Fund
- Uniform Fund
- Longevity Bonuses
- Quarterly Vacation Drawing
- Tuition Reimbursement
HOW TO APPLY:
Address: 819 NE 122nd Ave., Portland, OR 97230
WHO WE ARE: Located in Portland, OR, Sapphire at Firwood Gardens is a 2 story community offering 52 RCF apartments and 30 Memory Care apartments. This newly remodeled community offers 2 dining rooms, a large gathering room utilized by both staff and residents alike. Firwood Gardens brings life and laughter to those we serve. Located close to bus and max lines, making your work commute convenient. Sapphire provides on going training, tuition reimbursement, competitive wages and generous incentives to all employees.
Our Mission: To Promote the highest quality of life for our residents, staff and communities. We strive to treat them all with the greatest consideration and respect.
