Social Services Director

Cascadia EE LLC • Newport, OR

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Services Director advocates for residents, protects vulnerable residents, ensures their best interests are observed, and helps them find remedies to their situations. The role assesses residents’ psychosocial needs, develops person-centered interventions, coordinates support and referrals, collaborates with the care team, and contributes to care planning, behavior management, and discharge planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work.
• LCSW, LSW, or MSW license required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and organization skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in post-acute or skilled nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ psychosocial status in relation to their illness and environment and communicate findings to the registered nurse.
• Conduct social evaluations and plan person-centered interventions based on evaluation findings.
• Maintain clinical documentation for all patients referred to social work.
• Provide information and coordinate referral services for residents, patients, and their families or caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Inform residents, patients, families, or caregivers about community agencies and other available services.
• Serve as a liaison between residents, patients, families, or caregivers and community agencies.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with facility coworkers to support resident and patient care.
• Participate, as required, in developing the total plan of care and in case conferences for residents and patients referred to social services.
• Assist physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to residents’ and patients’ health problems.
• Establish behavior monitoring and interventions to provide quality care and reduce or alleviate the need for medication use.
• Address resident behaviors to prevent harm to residents or others.
• Participate in discharge planning and advise on residents’ and patients’ practical and environmental needs after discharge.
• Coordinate medication regimen reviews to determine gradual dose reduction to the lowest possible dose.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive environment prioritizing patient care, teamwork, and collaboration.

What This Job Offers

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