Director of Social Services

About the role

Develop departmental goals, plans and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
Plan, organize and direct all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions and continuing education initiatives.
Coordinate and direct internal/external audits.
Direct and evaluate all services provided, including care plan development, service level determination, and complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop departmental goals, plans and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Plan, organize and direct all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions and continuing education initiatives.
• Coordinate and direct internal/external audits.
• Direct and evaluate all services provided, including care plan development, service level determination, and complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives.

Requirements

• A high school diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.
• An associate's degree or bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR
• An associate's degree or bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement departmental goals and standards.
• Experience in staffing and personnel management.
• Knowledge of clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Experience in auditing and evaluation of services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

$66,194.00 - $89,556.00 per year

Schedule

Full-time, Day Shift