Social Service Director

Santa Clara Post Acute

$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 2-3 years of experience in social services
  • Ability to develop and maintain interdisciplinary care plans
  • Experience working with elderly individuals facing physical and mental challenges
  • Strong discretion in handling sensitive information
  • Knowledge of nursing practices and long-term care regulations

Responsibilities

  • Direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards
  • Assist residents and families in adjusting to placement and care plans
  • Facilitate residents attaining their highest level of functioning
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to enhance service delivery

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive work environment
  • Commitment to fostering individual talents
  • Access to company policies and procedures for effective practice
Full Job Description
Are you ready to contribute to a team committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual's unique talent?

If yes, how you will contribute to the team:

As the Social Services Director (SSD), you will direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. You will assist each resident and their family in adjusting to placement, illness, and the plan of care, ensuring they attain the highest practicable level of functioning.

Must Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • 2-3 years of related field work experience in social services.
  • Ability to develop and maintain a care plan with the facility's interdisciplinary team.
  • Ability to work with physically and mentally ill, disabled, and emotionally upset elderly individuals.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and be discreet in handling sensitive information.
  • Knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, terminology, and laws related to long-term care.


Nice to Have:

  • Experience in a skilled nursing environment.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Ability to think strategically and exercise discretion and independent judgment to make logical, practical decisions.

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