Director of Social Work

Lutheran Senior Services•Pace, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. This position is responsible for directing and supervising the day-to-day operations of the social service department of their respective Life Plan Community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field of study required
Two or more years of related work experience required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred
Prior experience working in long term care preferred
Social Work License (LCSW or LSW) preferred
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in regard to fellow employees, resident, families, and outside agencies
General understanding and knowledge of geriatrics
Ability to adjust to daily interruptions and re-arrange schedule due to resident, family and facility needs.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, organizes, manages, and evaluates their location’s Social Services department and staff (if applicable)
Completes daily administrative paperwork including but not limited to budgeting, community planning, problem solving, assessments
Documents in residents’ charts regarding pertinent information to conform with EverTrue policy and state and federal regulations.
Reviews documentation for compliance
Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement
Initiates and attends resident care plans as needed if no social services coordinator
Addresses and assists in solving residents’ and family concerns
Develops a referral network within the community for available resources for residents and families
Manages the Medicaid case load for the respective life plan community or licensed level of living
May conduct closings in AL/ALMC and care center
Develops and changes departmental policies and procedures as needed.
Assists in supporting other departments as needed to benefit the resident and family