Social Services

About the role

The Social Services Director is responsible for monitoring the resident's mental and psycho-social needs and providing the services to meet these needs in order to attain or maintain the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being.

Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e., physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in directing the overall operation of the facility's delivery of care.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in the pre-admission screening of all potential residents.
• Participates in the provision of information to residents and families during admissions.
• Orients the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitates adjustment to placement.
• Coordinates and reviews behavior charting so that an effective plan of care is implemented.
• Provides therapeutic counseling to residents and family members, as appropriate, to meet the residents' psycho-social needs.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Services or related field (or relevant professional experience to the position).
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
• Possesses strong knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
• Possesses good communication skills and is patient and self-disciplined.
• Experience: Social Services: 1 year (Required).

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time