What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Work position at Vestracare?
Director of Social Work
SHIFT: Full-Time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Social Work is responsible for scheduling and monitoring admissions procedures from pre-admission through admission and discharge. Responsible for managing policies and procedures for determining and assessing residents' long-range and short-range goals for social, psychological, emotional, and financial needs. Supervises the social services staff assigned to them.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete psycho-social assessments and documentation in medical records
- Develop and maintain individualized care plans
- Serve as a liaison between the care team, residents, and their families
- Provide emotional support and assistance to residents and their families
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration and participation in formal/informal meetings i.e Care Planning
- Discharge planning and coordination of continuum of care for the residents and their families
- Interface with and maintaining relationships with staff and administration
- Develop performance improvement and quality assurance goals and implementation of same.
- Ethics committee
- Supervise Social Worker
- MDS completion
- Cooperates with staff of other departments in meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of residents
REQUIREMENTS:
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Must be at least 18 years old
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Valid and clean driver's license required.
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Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field
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LMSW required
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MSW preferred
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Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable.
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Strong customer service skills and compassion
BENEFITS:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Referral Bonus Program
- Weekly or Same Day Pay Options
- Supportive Work Environment
Apply today and become a key part of our team in maintaining a comfortable, safe environment for residents and staff alike!
