Social Service Director

Ballard Center

$83K *
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 care plans
  • Experience working with elderly individuals in various states of health
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Knowledge of nursing practices and long-term care regulations

Responsibilities

  • Direct overall operations of the Social Services Department
  • Assist residents and families in adjusting to placement and care plans
  • Ensure residents achieve the highest practicable level of functioning
  • Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a dedicated team
  • Supportive work environment focusing on resident care
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
Full Job Description
Are You Looking for Your New Career? We are now hiring a Social Services Director to be the newest member of our awesome team!

Salary Range: $83,200 per year

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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