Social Services Director

PACS

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Mission Valley Post Acute is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and proactive Social Services Director to join our leadership team. In this role, you will be the primary advocate for our residents, ensuring their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being is maintained at the highest level. You will act as the vital link between residents, families, and community resources to facilitate a seamless care experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related human services field (Required).
• Exceptional listening and verbal communication skills; ability to build trust with residents and their families.
• High degree of objectivity, confidentiality, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations with persistence.
• Strong planning, reporting, and documentation skills; a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence, and emotional well-being.
• Evaluate social and family information and psychological needs to develop comprehensive care plans; establish courses of action by exploring options and setting goals with families.
• Provide counseling and support for residents and families coping with physical disabilities, health fears, grief, and end-of-life transitions.
• Secure community resources, health/welfare agency support, and appropriate prosthetics or assistive devices.
• Schedule on-site services including optometry, podiatry, dentistry, and psychiatric care; assist with outpatient appointments.
• Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and outside agencies to ensure safe transitions, including arranging equipment and agency referrals.
• Assist with personal shopping, inventory tracking of belongings, and investigating reports of missing items.
• Maintain strong working relationships with all facility departments and provide staff in-service training as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a supportive environment

What This Job Offers

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