Director of Social Services

About the role

The Valley Manor Care Center is seeking a Social Services Director to join our supportive and caring team in Montrose, CO. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs Social Service Department.
• Manages and directs activities of department in accordance with Volunteers of America National Services' policies and procedures and guidelines.
• Captures and coordinates resident admissions.
• Captures and coordinates admission transfer and discharge team activities.
• Completes assessments of residents as necessary for care planning, MDS, RAPS, PPS and other required documents.
• Initiates and/or participates in multidisciplinary care conferences held for residents, as appropriate to state and federal guidelines.
• Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related degree in social sciences; licensed where applicable by the state; state requirements may dictate supervision and degree type.
• Minimum of one year of social work experience, preferably in a long-term healthcare setting; knowledge of long-term healthcare and public health settings; familiarity with Federal and State regulations and requirements for long-term care.
• Ability to read, speak and write fluently in English; excellent communication and phone skills; ability to prepare written assessments and correspondence; ability to read and interpret rules and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, such as during evenings and weekends, for planned activities and special events, family meetings and conferences, and as necessary, to facilitate admission calls, admissions and tours.
• Manages “on-call” schedule with other social work staff by pre-arrangement to cover facility for weekends/evenings admissions per Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Passionate about serving others and fostering an environment where both residents and team members thrive.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of long-term healthcare and public health settings.
• Familiarity with Federal and State regulations and requirements for long-term care.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution.
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days.
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350).
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings).
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities.

Pay

$62k-$84k annually based on previous working experience.

Schedule

Fulltime, occasional weekends.