Elevate Care is seeking a
Director of Social Services This is a vital role in a facility with a positive community reputation, a history of successful outcomes, and an experienced cohesive team.
At Elevate Care,
YOU are our greatest asset! We offer our
Director of Social Services the following
benefits: - Competitive wage
- Affordable Health Plan (Medical, Dental and Life insurance available)
- Great culture and work environment
- 401k (Matching)
- Free Life Insurance
- Plus Much More, Inquire Today!
Description: The primary purpose of the
Director of Social Services is to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of our facility's Social Services Department in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Responsibilities : •Review facility policies and procedures as part of the facility's interdisciplinary team to assure compliance with state and federal regulations
•Participate in reviewing and setting policies concerning resident care and quality of life
•Participate in developing facility social work policies
•Participate in quality assurance interdisciplinary team meetings
•Understand and meet all government requirements for social service documentation
•Document progress in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents
•Work with the interdisciplinary team and administration to promote and protect resident rights and the psychological wellbeing of each resident. Prevent and address resident abuse as mandated by law and professional licensure
•Work with residents, families, significant others and staff to provide support, information and organization for taking a more proactive role in self advocacy to improve quality of life/care for individual residents and those who live and work within the nursing home and the community at large
•Complete a social history and psychosocial assessment for each resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs
•Preforms other duties as assigned
•Participates in monthly weekend manager on duty rotation's
Qualifications : - Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED.
- Experience in long-term nursing facility care billing experience, or a similar type of health care facility. (Preferred)
- Be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Must have proof of Covid-19 vaccination (Religious and/or Health Exemptions May be Available for Qualifying Employees)
Elevate Care is a fully integrated post-acute care consortium offering 24-hour skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, post-hospital recovery and many more clinical specialized programs. We not only provide the highest quality of care, we take it to the next level. Elevate Care is well known for our commitment to our employees, offering outstanding ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities, competitive pay rates, generous compensation packages and much more.
Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer Apply today for immediate consideration! YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW!