Director of Social Work LSW - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

About the role

The Social Services Director oversees and directs the daily operations of the social services department. This position is responsible for leading efforts to provide social services to residents and their families to enable them to deal with the impact of illness and extend placement. The Social Services Director participates in resident care management and plays a key role in advocating and promoting resident rights. We are ranked at the top in our industry because of our staff’s commitment to excellence. We are very proud of what we do, and we are looking for the best talent to be a part of our epic team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct resident care management and ensure all established social services provisions are carried out.
• Identify medically-related social services needs of residents and ensure that these needs are met.
• Assist in meeting the psychological needs of each resident, including developing and managing services to improve social functioning, reduce psychosocial problems, enhance positive self-image, and preserve dignity.
• Coordinate psychiatric services and monitor psychoactive medication usage.

Requirements

• Current Limited License in Social Work (required); LMSW preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (required).
• 3+ years of related experience in a health care facility; long term care experience highly desired; working knowledge of gerontology.
• Excellent customer service skills with a commitment to delivering Excellent, Passionate, Innovative care.
• Team player, dedicated to doing what it takes to support team members and get the job done.

Benefits

• Medical – no deductible or co-pay
• Dental & Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Nursing Leadership Opportunities – grow your nursing career!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses
• 401k with employer match

Pay

• Competitive starting salary
• $5,000 Sign On Bonus (paid out over 2 years)
• Yearly Salary Increases

Schedule

Full time position.