LSW Director of Social Services | Full-Time

$50,000 - $67,500/Yr

Carespring - Loveland, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Loveland, OH

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The LSW Director of Social Services at Carespring Health Care Management is responsible for overseeing social services within the facility, ensuring that residents and their families receive the necessary support for their social, emotional, and financial needs. This role involves direct advocacy for residents, conducting training for staff, and coordinating care services to enhance the quality of life for residents.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the work of the Social Service Designee
• Helping residents and families adjust and solve problems regarding their social, emotional, and financial needs
• Assisting with Room and Roommate Changes
• Attending Medicare Meetings
• Discharge planning for patients by arranging for follow up community services, home health referrals and alternative placements
• Advocating for residents and families regarding resident rights issues
• Conducting in-service training to educate staff about the emotional & social needs of residents
• Attending administrative staff meetings, morning reports, Performance Improvement meetings, resident care-related meetings, and quarterly staff meetings
• Maintaining departmental records and documentation as required
• Coordinating and updating resident care conference schedule
• Assisting residents and families with Medicaid approval and reapplication
• Providing Medicaid Pending and Patient Liability related follow-up

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
• Active Licensed Social Worker Certification in the state where facility is located (KY)
• Long Term Care Experience or willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• The ability to identify residents' social, emotional, and financial needs

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Flexible Schedule
• Education Scholarships
• Continuing Education Credits
• Employee Discounts