Director of Social Services

Life Care Services•Wheaton, IL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Wyndemere's 5-star skilled nursing facility is seeking a Social Services Director for a small, 56-bed life-plan senior community. This role coordinates and supports all social services related functions within the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the social, emotional, and psychological needs of sub-acute and long-term residents. Coordinates all Health Center admissions and discharges through review with patients and families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field.
3+ years of experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
Knowledge of Federal and State regulations for skilled nursing facilities.
Comprehensive understanding of the English Language; must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

Has oversight and responsibility of the assessment, support, and discharge planning for the patients in the Health Center.
Identifies and assists with mood, behavior, and psychosocial well-being issues for residents.
Maintains repeated contact with patients and their support systems to provide comprehensive updates on patient progress toward goal achievement.
Provides ongoing communication with family/patient regarding discharge needs.
Collaborates with clinical leadership, rehabilitation services, admissions, case management, and community partners to facilitate successful transitions across the continuum of care.
Utilizes problem-solving skills to assist patient and family in identifying potential barriers to discharge.
Provides education, resources and training necessary prior to discharge from the facility.
Educates families and patients on the general criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, Hospice benefits, and insurance coverage.
Identifies potential financial barriers and collaborates with family and members of the interdisciplinary team to make recommendations for treatment and discharge planning with consideration to financial status, diagnosis, and discharge needs.
Communicates daily with nursing and the team regarding admissions, discharges, and transfers in order to assist with Residents' Care plans.