What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Bear Mountain at Sudbury?
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Bear Mountain Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Social Worker at Bear Mountain at Sudbury. Come join our team, as we make a difference in the lives of those requiring nursing and rehab care.
Role:
The Director of Social Services “DSS” manages the psychosocial, mental, and emotional needs of residents residing in a skilled nursing center. The DSS will develop and/or aide in the access of services. Services will be provided in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics along with strict adherence to government regulations. The DSS is responsible for fostering a climate, policies and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity. This climate shall provide residents with the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.
Skills:
The nursing home social worker must have skills in communication, assessment and social work methods and techniques. He/she should be able to work effectively with a variety of disciplines in an individual and team setting. He/she should have a working understanding of social systems along with the ability to implement pertinent state and federal regulations.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- Minimum Two weeks paid vacation
- Six paid holidays
- 2 Personal Days
- Competitive salary- inquire within!
Requirements:
- LTC/Nursing Home Experience preferred
- Licensed Required