Social Services Director

Avalon Health Care•Merced, CA

13h•$36 - $38

About The Position

FRANCISCAN HEALTH CARE IN MERCED, CA, IS SEEKING A DEPENDABLE AND EXPERIENCED SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR TO JOIN OUR OUTSTANDING TEAM! We are looking for individuals who embrace a reverence for life and a heart for healing. With enthusiasm and compassion, our Avalon family works with our patients and their families as well as with our communities to celebrate life every day! The Social Services Coordinator will be responsible to identify and provide for each resident’s social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident’s full potential during his/her stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for his/her discharge.

Requirements

Two (2) years’ experience in social work is required.
Health care experience, especially in skilled nursing, is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. (Master's Degree in Social Work, where required).
Basic understanding of computer technology.
Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English.
Must be able to relate favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other employees and personnel of other community agencies.
Must have knowledge of State and Federal guidelines.
Must have demonstrated skills in communication, documentation, assessment and social work methods techniques.

Responsibilities

identify and provide for each resident’s social, emotional and psychological needs
continuing development of the resident’s full potential during his/her stay at the facility
assist in the planning for his/her discharge