Social Service Designee

About the position

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff and other related departments in planning social services, as directed. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and services and needs of the resident and family.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing social service programs.
• Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff and other related departments in planning social services.
• Review department policies and procedures at least annually.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and services and needs of the resident and family.

Requirements

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma.
• On the job training provided.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.