Director of Social Work

Job Description

Responsible for delivery of social services to residents and their families. Responsible for consultation and direction of Social Service in a skilled nursing facility. Develops, organizes and implements programs, policies and procedures, conducts case work services and counseling, recommends functions necessary to ensure overall operational viability. Maintains performance

Responsibilities

• Prepares social histories for use by professional facility staff and participates in resident care conferences
• Assures that social service/discharge planning activities are integrated and coordinated within the facility by effective communication at all levels
• Participates in the development and reassessment, as needed of each resident's social service and interdisciplinary care plan
• Handles problems of adjustment to the long-term care facility and maintains frequent contact with residents and their families.
• Serves as an advocate for residents and their families
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical social work and discharge planning
• Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of residents and their families.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must possess a Degree in Social Work or related field of study
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Social Work capacity at a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical facility Education
• Mid Level

Experience

Geriatric preferred

Benefits/Perks

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings

Location

Suffolk County, NY