Social Services Director

Rehab at Scottsdale Village Square is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Services Director to lead our Social Services department. The Social Services Director plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and in accordance with our established policies and procedures, to ensure residents' psychosocial and emotional needs are met.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Social Services department and supervise social services staff
• Assess residents' psychosocial, emotional, and social needs upon admission and throughout their stay
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, including discharge planning and community referrals
• Advocate for residents' rights and help ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Facilitate family meetings, care conferences, and grievance resolution
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, care plans, and progress notes
• Coordinate with community agencies, physicians, and other healthcare providers
• Assist residents and families with advance directives, placement, and financial concerns

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, gerontology, or a related human services field required; master's degree preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in long-term care or skilled nursing
• Working knowledge of federal and state regulations governing skilled nursing facilities
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team