Social Services Director

Social Services Director

Join our team at West Haven Healthcare in West Covina, California, where we provide the most competent rehabilitation and nursing care in a loving family-type environment. As a Social Services Director, you will play a vital role in ensuring the emotional and social needs of our residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Services Director to join our team. As a Social Services Director, you will be responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and directing the Social Services department in accordance with current and existing Federal, State, and Local standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and direct Activity staff in the overall Social Services function in the facility
• Meet with Administration and other facility management personnel in planning social services functions
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments, as well as outside community health, welfare, and social agencies
• Develop and implement department policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of current Federal and State regulations and recommend necessary changes as needed
• Review departmental policies and procedures and recommend changes periodically
• Develop and manage a departmental budget and monitor expenditures
• Serve on various committees of the facility as appointed by the Administrator
• Develop policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs for the resident
• Develop training and in-service programs that can be used by social service staff members
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and residents
• Interview residents and family members in a private office setting to ensure social service needs are discussed and met, and maintain communications with resident family members
• Participate in Discharge planning, social care plans, and resident assessments in a private office setting
• Ensure transportation needs of the residents are met
• Provide financial information and assistance options to residents/resident family members
• Refer residents/resident family members to social service agencies as needed
• Provide direction to Social Services staff members when dealing with problematic situations
• Record and maintain social service records
• Compile and maintain a departmental schedule
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information housed in the Social Services office
• Review complaints and grievances and make recommendations to the Administrator
• Ensure that the Social Services department has the necessary equipment and supplies to operate effectively
• Perform charting and record keeping duties as necessary

Requirements

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an approved school of social work
• Social Services management experience in a Long-Term care setting
• Social Services Certification (ACSW) from an accredited program
• Ability to speak, read and write English effectively
• Emotional maturity, reliability, tact, integrity, and good judgment
• Understanding of facility’s goals and philosophy
• Good problem-solving skills with ability to plan, organize, and execute work activities independently
• Ability to interact effectively with team members, residents, families, and visitors
• Knowledge of accreditation and licensing standards as they apply to resident care and safety

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The demands and environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions
• Work primarily involves standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending/stooping, as it relates to standard office activity
• Vision abilities required by this job includes good vision and depth perception, both near and far as well as ability to distinguish basic shades and colors
• The noise level in the facility work environment is usually moderately quiet; however, at times, due to the nature of clients treated at this facility, occasional loud outbursts by residents may be expected

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Same day pay (Tapcheck)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Holiday Pay
• Paid orientation

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for social services, please submit your application to this exciting opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you!