Social Services Director

Medilodge of Haggerty Road • Plymouth, MI

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Social Services Director at MediLodge of Haggerty Road, which is Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. The company fosters a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth, with regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements. They offer opportunities for learning, training, and advancement. MediLodge was a recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work.
• At least three to five years of experience in a social service program for the elderly or related field.
• Must be licensed (full or limited) as a bachelor’s or master’s level social worker with the State of Michigan.
• Requires knowledge of the skills necessary to conduct and evaluate assessments of the social and economic aspects of resident care and to identify and evaluate changes in mood and behavior, which affect their lives.
• Requires a working knowledge of the skills necessary to provide continuity in and coordination of resident care, i.e.; possesses skills to interview residents and their families, and communicate with community resources, when necessary.
• Must have knowledge of community agencies and other resources for making referrals for family and resident problems.
• Basic business computer knowledge required.
• Requires ability to communicate effectively with staff, Residents, and families.
• Must be able to plan, implement and work with only minimal direct supervision.
• Must be able to write clearly and concisely in preparation of social histories and care plans.
• Must be a good listener and be able to display understanding and a helpful attitude toward the problems and concerns of the Residents with terminal illnesses and their families and others.
• Requires valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to be able to attend court hearings and meetings at off-site locations as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and evaluate assessments of the social and economic aspects of resident care.
• Identify and evaluate changes in mood and behavior that affect residents' lives.
• Provide continuity in and coordination of resident care.
• Interview residents and their families.
• Communicate with community resources when necessary.
• Make referrals for family and resident problems.
• Plan, implement, and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Write clearly and concisely in preparation of social histories and care plans.
• Listen effectively and display understanding and a helpful attitude toward the problems and concerns of residents with terminal illnesses and their families and others.
• Attend court hearings and meetings at off-site locations as scheduled.

Benefits

• Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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