Mission Point Health Care Services is Hiring a Regional Social Services Manager Near Detroit, MI
MISSION POINT HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Delivering Excellence. Every Life. Every Moment. Every Day.
Position Summary:
The Regional Social Service Manager is responsible to provide medically related social work services so that each resident may attain or maintain the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for all facilities assigned. This position assesses and treats emotional and behavioral problems related to patient illness. Participates as a member of interdisciplinary team and may assist patients in treatment planning.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees all Social Worker functions for multiple facilities assigned
Assess and Evaluate Each Resident’s Psychosocial Needs and Develop Goals for Providing the Necessary Service and Take Part in Admission Process as Needed
Incorporate the Social Service Goals in the Resident’s Plan of Care and Attend Care Planning Conferences
Assist the Residents in Adjusting to the Corporation and Promote a Positive Environment for the Continuity of Relationship with Family and Community
Assist Residents, and Families to Utilize the Community Resources when Not Provided Directly by the Corporation
Maintain Confidential Records and Interviews with Residents and Families as Appropriate.
Provide Supervision for social work student interns
Assist in development, supervision and education of staff
Serve as the team lead in discharge planning
Serve as a member of the marketing committee
Ensure completion of any required components of DPOA or guardianship paperwork.
Coordinates services with psychiatric providers
Coordinate Services with OBRA
Assist the Clinical IDT in resident room management
Assist residents and families in resolving grievances as assigned
Attend Clinical IDT Meetings and serve as an advocate for resident rights
Perform Related Tasks as Required.
Required/Desired Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience:
Requires a master's degree in social work degree and at least one-year experience in a social service program for the elderly or related field. Must be licensed (full) as a master’s level social worker with the State of Michigan.
Prefers 2-years minimum experience in management of social services.
Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:
Requires knowledge of the skills necessary to conduct and evaluate assessments of the social and economic aspects of resident care and to identify and evaluate changes in mood and behavior, which affect their lives.
Requires a working knowledge of the skills necessary to provide continuity in and coordination of resident care, i.e.; possesses skills to interview residents and their families, and communicate with community resources, when necessary.
Must have knowledge of community agencies and other resources for making referrals for family and resident problems.
Basic business computer knowledge required.
Requires ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and families. Must be able to plan, implement and work with only minimal direct supervision.
Must be able to write clearly and concisely in preparation of social histories and care plans.
Must be a good listener and be able to display understanding and a helpful attitude toward the problems and concerns of the residents with terminal illnesses and their families and others.
Requires valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to be able to attend court hearings and meetings at off-site locations as scheduled.
Who we are:
Mission Point is a full-service healthcare organization with special focus on Long Term care and Short-term Nursing & Rehabilitation. Founded in 2012 and with 26 facilities across Michigan and Nevada, Mission Point’s goal is to provide the highest level of quality of care in a compassionate and safe environment. Mission Point helps its residents live a healthy, happy, and productive lifestyle.
Mission Point Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.