Director of Social Services

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Montrose, CO

1d•$62,000 - $84,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join Valley Manor Care Center as the Social Services Director in beautiful Montrose, CO. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. The Valley Manor Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

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.

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.
Coordinates resident admissions.
Coordinates and leads admission transfer and discharge team.
Completes assessments of residents as necessary for care planning, MDS, RAPS, PPS and other required documents.
Initiate and/or participate 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.