What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services - Full-Time 1st Shift position at Gateway Vista?
Lead a compassionate, resident-focused social services team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors every day. Drive programs, provide guidance to families, and shape the quality of care in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Job Summary:
The Director of Social Services is responsible for overseeing and directing all social service functions within the organization, ensuring residents’ psychosocial needs are met, and promoting quality of life. This role provides leadership to the social services team, coordinates care planning, and serves as a key resource for residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members. The Director ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and fosters a culture of resident-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise the social services department, including Social Service Coordinators, and other staff.
- Oversee admission, assessment, and care planning processes for residents, ensuring psychosocial needs are identified and addressed.
- Serve as a primary liaison between residents, families, staff, and external agencies.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including long-term care, assisted living, and memory care standards.
- Develop and implement social service programs and initiatives that enhance residents’ quality of life.
- Provide counseling and support to residents and families as needed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nursing, dietary, activities, therapy, etc.) to ensure holistic care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including assessments, care plans, and regulatory reports.
- Participate in staff education and training regarding social service practices, resident rights, and compliance standards.
- Support facility initiatives, including quality improvement, risk management, and resident satisfaction efforts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LCSW) as required by state regulations.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in social services, preferably in long-term care, assisted living, or memory care.
- Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to long-term care and assisted living.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.
Job Highlights:
- Lead a passionate team committed to improving residents’ quality of life.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a supportive, resident-focused environment.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and their families.
- Opportunity for professional growth and leadership within the organization.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short-term disability, long-term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
- Competitive wage scales, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship programs up to $3,000 per year.
- Financial wellness and freedom through access to your earned wages prior to your pay date!
- A great culture where we live out our mission "To celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care."
In 1989, Nye Health Services was founded on the philosophy that people deserve services that recognize individuality and are tailored to their unique needs. Today, Nye Health Services remains family-owned with campuses in Fremont, Lincoln, Louisville, and Norfolk, Nebraska . Nye Health Services is blessed with dedicated and compassionate people who believe in our vision and deliver on our mission every day. Having a great work environment, while providing the best quality services so people feel cared for is of the utmost importance to us. We give passionate people a purpose!
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Salary : $3,000
