Social Service Director LSW required

About the role

Direct and manage the day-to-day operations of the Social Service department in accordance with current federal and state regulations and community policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the social services department in day-to-day operations, set job assignments and priorities.
• Develop goals and objectives for the department; motivate and manage care team members to accomplish the same.
• Ensure new care team members are effectively oriented and maintain an ongoing educational program.
• Develop positive relationships with regulatory agencies, residents, and families; participate in family orientation and family council.
• Assist in preparing and administer the approved department budget.
• Implement policies/procedures with follow-up and supervision to ensure compliance.
• Provide direct psychosocial intervention.
• Perform resident assessments at admission, upon condition change, and/or annually.
• Create, review, and update care plans and progress notes.
• Coordinate resident visits with outside services (dental, optical, etc.).
• Attend and document resident council meetings.
• Assist resident families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness, disabilities, and the grieving process.
• Work with the resident, family, and other care team members to plan discharge.
• Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Certified as required by the state of employment.
• One year of social work experience in a long-term care environment.
• One year of supervisory experience in a service setting.

Benefits

• Quarterly pay increase
• Daily pay
• Company-paid life insurance
• Telehealth services
• 7 company-paid holidays
• Care Team Member Relief Fund