Social Services Director

Care Navigators On Demand

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

Qualifications

  • Certificate in social service is required
  • Minimum two years' experience with geriatric and rehabilitating residents in healthcare
  • Strong communication skills with residents, families, and staff
  • Knowledge of services in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities
  • Proficiency in assisting residents with medical benefits applications
  • Experience handling confidential data discreetly
  • Ability to present reports verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the operation of the Social Services Department
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Assist residents and families in adjusting to placement and care
  • Plan and implement care strategies for optimal resident functioning
  • Facilitate communication between residents, families, and community agencies
  • Guide residents through the process of applying for medical benefits
  • Handle confidential information responsibly

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Engagement with a diverse resident population
  • Contribution to resident wellness and care
  • Access to health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Job Description
As the Social Services Director you would be responsible for the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and Company policies and procedures to assist each resident and family adjust to placement, illness, and plan of care so as to attain the highest practicable level of functioning.

Qualifications for Social Services Director:
• Must complete a certificate class and possess a certificate in social service
• A minimum of two years' experience working with geriatric and rehabilitating residents, in a health care setting
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively to resident, responsible party/significant others and to staff members as well as to other community agencies
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively to residents, responsible party/significant others and to staff members as well as to other community agencies
• A working knowledge of the basic services provided by skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, board and care homes, and other health and social service organizations in the community.
• Ability to assist residents in completing the form in applying for medical benefits or recertification for medical
• Ability to assist resident to the Social Security office as needed
• Ability to handle confidential data discretely
• Ability to present reports both verbally and in writing

Required experience:
  • BSW or BSN
  • Social Services: 2 years in a Skilled Nursing Facility
  • CPR/BLS Certified

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