Director of Social Work

Director of Social Work Skilled nursing of Bensalem is looking to hire for the director of Social Work position Salary as a Director of Social Work based on experience $78k-82k Director of Social Work MSW CSW Responsibilities Assists with resident and family transition into the facility Completes a comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment for each resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths Identifies medical related social needs of residents, and provides appropriate services to meet the individual Collects and compiles resident social information into personal file upon admission Maintains lists of facility and community resources available to the residents that can provide assistance in Social Services and clinical care Plans, organizes and implements Social Service programs in the facility Evaluates effectiveness of Social Service programs in the facility and collaborates the Social Services team, Administration and other facility staff to offer best practices to the residents Assesses each resident for discharge and coordinates discharges in the facility Advocates for resident’s best interest and total care in Social Services and clinical care Conducts resident interviews and ensures that relevant MDS sections (i.e. cognitive, mood, behavior, patient goal setting) and Care Area Assessments are completed in accordance with regulation Performs other related job duties as required as a Director of Social Services Director of Social Work Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelors degree in social work or human services related major including sociology, gerontology, psychology, rehab counseling or special ed 1 year in healthcare setting where the individual is working as a supervisor social worker who works directly with individuals Long Term Care experience Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr