What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Twin Fountains Home for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Immediately Hiring- Full time
Twin Fountains Nursing and Rehabilitation is currently hiring a full-time Director of Social Services
The Ideal candidate will have a Degree in Social Work with prior experience in long-term care.
Candidates should possess strong discharge planning skills, excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently, strong customer services skills. Additionally, strong applicants will possess the ability to work collaboratively across a variety of disciplines.
Responsibilities :
Ensure the resident(s) have a smooth transition into the facility
Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments for each resident’s social, emotional, and psychological needs
- Identifies social needs of residents, and provides appropriate services to meet the individual’s
Collects and compiles resident social information into personal file
Maintains lists of facility and community resources available to the residents that can provide assistance in the community
Plans, organizes and implements Social Service programs in the facility
Evaluates effectiveness of Social Service programs in the facility and collaborates the Social Services team, Administration and other facility staff to offer best practices to the residents
Assesses each resident for discharge and coordinates discharges in the facility
Advocates for resident’s best interest and total care in Social Services and clinical care
Conducts resident interviews and ensures that relevant MDS sections (i.e. cognitive, mood, behavior, patient goal setting) and Care Area Assessments are completed in accordance with regulation
Complete monthly reports as required
Performs other related job duties as required
Social Worker Qualifications :
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