Director of Social Services

Aviata at Rosewood – 3020 Rosewood Way, Orlando, FL 32808

About the role

The Director of Social Services is responsible for providing services to respond to the emotional needs of residents and their families, assisting with resident admissions, and the referral process.

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Executive Director/LNHA.
• Implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
• Participate in discharge planning; development and implementation of social care plans; and resident assessments.
• Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs.
• Review and develop a plan of correction for social service deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Executive Director/LNHA.
• Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, standards of practice, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality social service.
• Conduct and document a social services evaluation, including identification of resident problems/needs.
• Maintain communications with caseworkers.
• Provide social work consultation to residents, families, and staff, as required.
• Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and either a LSW or MSW from an approved school of Social Work.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience.
• Demonstrated ability to assess resident needs, develop, and implement a plan of care and coordinate the discharge planning process.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Membership in good standing in the National Association of Social Workers.
• Qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for additional hours.
• Access to online learning 24/7 to further your healthcare career.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for the entire family.
• 401k with a match.