What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Social Services Director
Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Cortez, CO
Full-Time | Competitive Pay Benefits
Are you passionate about advocating for residents and helping individuals and families navigate the challenges that come with healthcare transitions?
Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and organized Social Services Director to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships with residents and families while working closely with an interdisciplinary team to support each resident's emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being.
As our Social Services Director, you'll play an important role in ensuring residents feel heard, supported, and connected throughout their stay.
What You'll Do
At Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Social Services is about more than paperwork and care plans. It's about listening, advocating, problem-solving, and helping residents and their families feel supported throughout every stage of their journey.
If you're looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity where you can use your skills to positively impact residents, families, and your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Address: 680 E Hospital Dr, Cortez, CO 81321
Phone: (970) 564-1122
Apply today and grow your career with Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center!
Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Cortez, CO
Full-Time | Competitive Pay Benefits
Are you passionate about advocating for residents and helping individuals and families navigate the challenges that come with healthcare transitions?
Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and organized Social Services Director to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships with residents and families while working closely with an interdisciplinary team to support each resident's emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being.
As our Social Services Director, you'll play an important role in ensuring residents feel heard, supported, and connected throughout their stay.
What You'll Do
- Oversee and coordinate the facility's Social Services Department
- Complete psychosocial assessments, care plans, and required documentation
- Provide input and documentation for the MDS process as required
- Advocate for residents' emotional, social, and psychosocial needs
- Build trusting relationships with residents and their families
- Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, and other departments
- Assist residents and families with discharge planning, transfers, and connections to community resources
- Support residents and families through changes in condition and care transitions
- Address resident concerns and assist with problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Develop relationships with community organizations and local resources
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations related to social services
- Support resident quality of life, dignity, independence, and personal choice
- Bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field preferred
- Colorado social work licensure, such as LSW or LCSW, preferred but not required
- Previous experience in social services, case management, behavioral health, healthcare, senior services, or a related setting preferred
- Skilled nursing or long-term care experience is a plus but not required
- Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and long-term care regulations is preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to resident-centered care
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employer-sponsored life insurance
- Employee referral bonuses
- Career advancement and professional growth opportunities
- Supportive leadership team
- Collaborative, resident-focused work environment
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and families every day
At Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Social Services is about more than paperwork and care plans. It's about listening, advocating, problem-solving, and helping residents and their families feel supported throughout every stage of their journey.
If you're looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity where you can use your skills to positively impact residents, families, and your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Address: 680 E Hospital Dr, Cortez, CO 81321
Phone: (970) 564-1122
Apply today and grow your career with Vista Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center!
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000