Fouraker Hills Center is seeking a Full Time Director of Social Services! 

TOP WAGES & DAILY PAY OPTION AVAILABLE!!!

The Director of Social Services will identify and provide for each resident's social, emotional and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident's full potential during their stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for their discharge. In addition, the Director of Social Services will oversee the Social Work Department of Long Term and Acute Care patients. 

RESPONSIBILITIES of the Director of Social Services include, but are not limited to:

·Develop a social history, social assessment and care plan which identifies pertinent problems and needs, realistic goals to be accomplished and the specific action to be taken in resolution of the problems and/or needs upon admission of each new resident.

·Actively participate in interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.

·Document progress notes which relate to each resident's care plan when necessary and within policy timeframes.

·Assist the resident and resident's family in discharge and placement planning.

·Organize family groups to promote communication, education and support between family members, facility staff and administration, and provide counseling as needed.

·The Director of Social Services assists in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and other related topics.

·Actively participate in the pre-admission screening of all potential residents and provide information to residents and families during admission.

·Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement.

QUALIFICATIONS for the position of Director of Social Services:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

·Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.

·Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.

·Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates and personnel of other community agencies.

·Must have knowledge of State and Federal guidelines.

·Must have demonstrated skills in communication, documentation, assessment and social work methods techniques.

Fouraker Hills Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer.