Director of Social Services

Echelon Care and Rehab is redefining what a nursing facility can be. We combine the warmth of a close-knit community with a commitment to exceptional clinical care, creating an environment where residents receive personalized attention and employees have the support they need to excel. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, accessible leadership, and professionals who take pride in doing things the right way. We believe in providing the resources, staffing support, and recognition our team deserves, because great care starts with a great workplace.

About the role

The Social Services Director is responsible for planning and administering social service programs. They supervise nursing home social workers and assist in developing facility policies regarding participation in community planning for health and welfare services. The Social Services Director plans and assists in research projects and is responsible for discharge planning and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs a comprehensive social services program which provides for counseling and other support services for residents and families.
• Consults with the Administrator and other department heads regarding interdisciplinary issues.
• Works directly with residents and families experiencing personal and environmental difficulties or concerns related to the resident’s physical or emotional condition.
• Assures that medically related social services are provided to maintain or improve each resident’s ability to control everyday physical needs (e.g., appropriate adaptive equipment for eating, ambulating, etc.) and mental and psycho-social needs (e.g., sense of identity, coping abilities, and sense of meaning or purpose).
• Maintains a written record of the frequency and nature of the social service consultation and services provided or obtained.
• Performs an evaluation of each resident’s social needs; the plan for providing care is formulated and recorded in the resident’s medical record and periodically re-evaluated in conjunction with the resident’s total plan of care.
• Collects pertinent social data upon admission of each resident to be placed in the medical record, including information about personal and family problems related to the resident’s illness and care, and actions taken to meet the resident’s needs.
• Assists each resident with adjustment to the social and emotional aspects of placement by including clearly defined Social Service goals/interventions in the care plan.
• Coordinates the interdisciplinary care plan team, schedules conferences in a timely manner, and invites residents/family members as appropriate.
• Acts as a liaison between residents, families, outside agencies, and the facility Administrator to ensure that the resident’s rights are maintained.
• Assumes the roles and responsibilities of the Admissions department in the absence of the Admissions/Marketing Director.
• Functions in a management capacity and adheres to all policies/procedures of the facility as a representative of the administration.
• Performs administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms and reports, under the direction of the Administrator.
• Coordinates discharge planning, including the development of an organized discharge plan for all residents.
• Ensures the safety of all residents to minimize the potential for fire and accidents; ensures facility adherence to legal, safety, health, fire, and sanitation codes.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual’s needs and rights.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field including, but not limited to, Sociology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Psychology. Master’s degree preferred.
• Any certifications required by New Jersey State Regulations are also necessary for this position.
• Annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of all governmental regulations relating to the Social Service Department.
• Problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities
• Same Day Pay
• Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways
• Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events

Pay

$80,000 - $90,000 Annually