Director of Social Work

Waterbury Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is looking for a compassionate and experienced social worker to join its team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help clients deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies
• Interview service users and assess their current condition, needs, strengths and weaknesses
• Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
• Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions
• Maintain accurate records and report on clients’ status
• Attend case conferences and provide evidence in court
• Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams
• Refer clients to community services to help them in recovery

Skills

• Proven work experience as a social worker
• Working knowledge of social theories and practices
• Social perceptiveness and empathy
• Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships
• Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups
• Resilience along with ability to assess situations
• BS degree in social work (BSW), psychology or sociology preferred
• MSW Preferred
• Skilled Nursing Home Experience Preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Waterbury, CT 06708 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waterbury, CT 06708: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $69,800 - $97,909