Director of Social Services
Avardis Health•Rutherfordton, NC
About The Position
The Director of Social Services leads the social services department and ensures residents and their families receive needed support. The role focuses on responding to residents’ emotional needs, assisting with admissions and referrals, and helping build a supportive facility culture. The Director works with residents, families, staff, case workers, community agencies, and external service providers to deliver effective social services and improve resident care outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (listed as preferred).
- Experience in long-term care, healthcare, or social services within a skilled nursing or similar setting.
- Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing social services in nursing facilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with residents, families, and external agencies.
- Compassionate, dedicated, and committed to enhancing residents’ lives.
Responsibilities
- Stay current with federal and state regulations and recommend policies to the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.
- Implement policies and procedures to identify and address residents’ social and emotional needs.
- Participate in community planning to support facility services and resident needs.
- Oversee discharge planning, social care plan development, and participation in resident assessments.
- Consult with staff and community agencies to develop effective social service programs.
- Develop and implement corrective action plans for social service deficiencies identified during survey inspections.
- Maintain an up-to-date reference library of laws, standards of practice, and other essential materials.
- Conduct and document social services evaluations to identify residents’ problems and needs.
- Maintain communication with case workers and external service providers.
- Provide social work consultation to residents, families, and staff as needed.
- Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance social services and resident care outcomes.
- Assist with resident admissions and the referral process.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Access to earned but unpaid wages in advance.
- Scheduling app to find and book open shifts or request additional hours.
- Zero-interest purchasing program with no credit check or hidden fees.
- Free online learning courses for senior care, health, and human services, including courses that may support certifications or professional development.
- Up to 20% discounts on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors.
- Confidential assistance through the Employee Assistance Fund in unexpected catastrophic situations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
