Licensed Social Worker Assistant Director

Job Description

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Licensed Social Worker Assistant Director

Full‑time

Salary Range: $52,000 – $72,000

Care One at Somerset Valley

Assistant Director of Social Services is responsible for the day‑to‑day coordination and oversight of all aspects of the Social Service department. The Social Service Director will abide by and practice according to the company's Social Service Policies and Procedures Manual, State and Federal guidelines and the National Association of Social Workers' "Code of Ethics". Social Service functions include but are not limited to: supervising staff, direct services, advocacy, counseling, service coordination, education, in‑servicing, policy and program development and community relations.

• Plan and direct a comprehensive social service program which provides support services for residents and families.
• Participate in an interdisciplinary team approach to better serve the needs of the Center population.
• Provide therapeutic intervention to help residents cope with the social and psychological aspects of their illnesses, impairments, or disabilities as well as their feelings about institutionalization and separation from family, community, physical and emotional loss.
• Maintain written documentation in the resident medical record per the company's policy.
• Perform an initial evaluation/assessment of each resident's psychosocial needs to be placed on the medical record. Quarterly documentation is required.
• Develop the social service component of the resident's plan of care identifying specific problems, goals and approaches.
• Participate in and coordinate interdisciplinary care planning conferences at admission and at required intervals to assist in developing and revising the overall plan of care for residents.
• Ensure that residents and/or families have input into the care planning process.
• Act as a liaison between residents, families and outside agencies and the Center Administrator to ensure resident rights are maintained and upheld.
• Conduct family meetings as needed – admission group meetings, support group, family and friends council.
• Function in a management capacity and adhere to all policies and procedures of the Center as a representative of the Company's Centers' Administration.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms and reports under the direction of the Administrator.
• Facilitate discharge planning including the development of an organized discharge plan for all residents.
• Ensure the safety of all Center customers to minimize fire and accident risks.
• Ensure the Center adheres to legal, safety, health, fire and sanitation codes, understanding the Center's fire, safety and disaster plans and current MSDS.
• Coordinate admissions to the facility through generating referrals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with area referral sources.
• Verify insurance coverage through computer systems or verbal authorization.
• Conduct tours of the facility for all outside interested parties.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or a human services field.
• Possess a CSW or LSW license within the state of operations.
• 3+ years of Social Work Experience.
• Long‑term care / skilled nursing experience preferred.

The Care One mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to maximizing patient outcomes. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our Centers and Communities. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for residents, families and our valued employees.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
  • Multiple Medical Plans
    • Including Pharmacy
    • Including Teladoc
  • Multiple Dental Plans
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account (eligibility restrictions apply)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D
  • Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Medicare Employee Assistance
• Legal Plan
• Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees)
• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation
  • Sick Plans in accordance with state laws
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA/M/F/DV