Director of Social Services

Medilodge of West Bloomfield • West Bloomfield, NY

22d

About The Position

The Director of Social Services leads and directs social services staff in providing psychosocial support to residents and their families in a long-term care environment. The role provides direct psychosocial intervention, completes resident assessments and care-planning documentation, coordinates outside services, supports residents and families through care and discharge planning, educates staff, and supervises Social Services Assistants. Responsibilities must be conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, the Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable laws, and professional standards.

Requirements

• One year of experience in a long-term care environment.
• Licensing as required by the state of employment.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment.
• Skill in directing and motivating the workforce.

Nice To Haves

• BSSW or MSSW.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct social services staff in providing psychosocial support to residents and their families.
• Provide direct psychosocial intervention.
• Perform resident assessments at admission, upon a change in condition, and/or annually.
• Create, review, and update care plans and progress notes.
• Coordinate resident visits with outside services, including dental and optical services.
• Attend and document resident council meetings.
• Assist residents' families in coping with skilled nursing placement, residents' physical illness and disabilities, and the grieving process.
• Work with the patient, family, and other team members to plan discharge.
• Conduct in-service programs to educate staff about psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervise and guide Social Services Assistants.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the company's Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures, Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.

Benefits

• Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options.
• Benefits concierge assistance with understanding and using benefit options.
• Pet insurance with three options available.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Career development opportunities, including learning, training, and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed