What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Heritage Villa?
At Heritage Villa, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Heritage Villa partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across two states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of Heritage Villa.
Pay, Benefits and Perks of Social Services Director:
Competitive Pay Based on Experience
Immediately accrue PTO as you work! (full-time only)
6 Observed Holidays 1 Floating Holiday
Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees
Essential Functions of Social Services Director:
Assure that social service/discharge planning activities are integrated and coordinated within the hospital system by effective communication at all levels
Develop specific, measurable, realistic plans and objectives, which enhance social service daily
Perform psychosocial assessment and reassessment on all residents. Identify and address the psychosocial needs of residents and their families
Perform all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluate the effectiveness of learning. Include family in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrate knowledge of clinical social work and discharge planning. Interpret and promote residents’ rights and the “Residents’ Bill of Rights”
Interact professionally with resident and family and involve resident and family in the formation of the plan of care.
Provide individual and group help for residents’ and families at times of adjustment, crisis, or need.
Coordinate and direct Social Service/Discharge Planning Department to ensure resident needs are met and center policy is followed.
Provide appropriate resources and support to Social Service/Discharge Planning Staff/Clinical Staff.
Be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Maintain a good rapport and working relationship with medical staff, departments, and employees.
Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality.
Qualifications & Skills of Social Services Director
Bachelor’s degree in social work is preferred
Current State Clinical Social Work Licensure
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff
EEO Statement:
Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees’ legally-protected characteristics (“protected class”) including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.
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