Social Services Director

4 months ago

Virginia Beach, United States Birchwood Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Full time
Birchwood Park Rehabilitation and Nursing -

Social Services Director

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are a resident-centered and quality-focused company Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best "you" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us 

We are currently seeking a Social Services Director to join our team.

 Job Description:

 Our Social Services Director will identify and provide for each resident’s social, emotional and psychological needs. This includes ensuring the continuing development of the resident’s full potential during his/her stay at the facility and to assist in the planning for his/her discharge.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Social Services Director:

  • Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance workflow, and/or improve the work environment; 
  • Management duties including, but not limited to, hiring, training and developing, coaching and counseling, and terminating department staff, as deemed necessary; 
  • Provide timely and accurate completion of Social Services portion of the MDS, Resident Assessment Protocols, Resident Care Plan, and Progress Notes as well as Social Services Assessment, and other forms as required by the Administrator in order to comply with federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures; 
  • Assist residents and families with social, emotional, and family issues; 
  • Participate in resident care planning by identifying the social and emotional needs of the residents in accordance with the medical assessment; 
  • Maintain progress notes for each resident as required by company policy and state and federal regulations, indicating response to the treatment plan and adjustment to facility life. Progress notes shall be recorded on the appropriate form and placed on the resident's chart in compliance with state and federal regulations. Progress notes must reflect progress made regarding problems identified in the Plan of Care. Make referrals to support agencies when the need for such services is determined by the interdisciplinary team, keeping records of such referrals; 
  • Participate in the development of discharge plans as appropriate and prepare the resident for transition; 
  • Serve as liaison for general information resources for families, residents and the public; 
  • Visit residents and perform needed services such as communicating with the family or friends, utilizing community resources, and informing the resident and/or legal representative of the Residents’ Rights; 
  • Coordinate logistics and content for monthly Family Council Meetings; 
  • Coordinate resident room changes; 
  • Contact the resident or legal representative and invite them to care plan meetings to participate in evaluation of the resident; 
  • Maintain contact with the resident, legal representative, and other family members approved by the resident or legal representative, involving them in the resident’s total care and providing them with information on the resident’s status as requested or appropriate; 
  • Work with Activity Coordinator on providing requested effects for residents who do not have family support; 
  • Promote favorable working conditions and relationships with the administration, medical staff, physicians, consultants, other departments, residents, family members, volunteers, agencies, and any other individual or group affiliated with the facility; 
  • Work closely with the facility mental health provider to ensure that all resident psychosocial needs are identified, referrals are made, and services are provided; 
  • Assist in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and other related topics; 
  • Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement; and
  • Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

While working here, you will enjoy:

  • Employee Engagement Activities; 
  • Positive and supportive work environment; 
  • Excellent Training; and
  • Competitive Pay and Benefits

 Job and Education Requirements of the Social Services Director:

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, or bachelor’s degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology; AND
  • One (1) year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals; 
  • Approval from Home Office if no educational degree or if educational degree is other than those listed above AND Approved social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals; 
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills; 
  • Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality; 
  • Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives; 
  • Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure; 
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity; 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; 
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions; 
  • Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures; 
  • Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change; and
  • Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and vendors.

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