Social Services Director

Social Services Director Opportunity at Washington Healthcare in Indianapolis, IN! The Social Services Director plays a key role in delivering medically related social services to attain or maintain the highest level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Skills Needed Clinical and Human Services knowledge: Understanding social work principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions. Familiarity with case management, discharge planning and crisis intervention. Interpersonal Communication: Empathetic engagement with residents and families. Clear, effective communication with interdisciplinary teams. Conflict resolution and mediation skills. Supportive Presence: Creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents. Collaboration: Works with and promotes collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations including government regulatory agencies. Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field required. Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence. Previous social services experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Senior Communities