Social Services Director

the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe • Pipestone, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Services Director plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Social Services Department. The role ensures the department operates in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as established policies and procedures and directions from the Administrator. The position is responsible for ensuring residents’ medically related psychosocial needs are met and maintained on an individual basis.

The position is at the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Long Term Care Center in Flandreau, South Dakota. Compensation is competitive and based upon experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, at minimum, from an approved school of social work or in a related field.
• At least two years of experience in a hospital, skilled care facility, or another related medical field.
• Complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Pass a P.L. 101-630 background investigation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department.
• Ensure department operations comply with applicable standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure residents’ medically related psychosocial needs are met and maintained on an individual basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director