Social Services Director

Job Description

Job Description

Social Services Director

Job Summary:

South Mountain Rehab Center, a 89-bed facility in historic Boonsboro, Maryland, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Services Director to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing social services programs, while ensuring excellent care and services to our residents. We are committed to providing a warm and home-like environment, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering high-quality care with compassion.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct social services programs to meet the needs of our residents

• Develop, administer, and coordinate department policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and professional standards

• Keep abreast of current laws, regulations, and professional standards, and make recommendations to the Administrator

• Participate in community planning related to the interests of our facility and services

• Perform administrative tasks, such as completing necessary forms, reports, and submitting them as required

• Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the Administrator and relevant department heads

• Handle emergencies as they arise, such as rescheduling work assignments and tasks

Specific Functions:

• Orient residents and families to our facility, helping them adjust to their new environment

• Develop social histories and assessments for each resident

• Develop social care plans, identifying medically related social and emotional problems and needs

• Answer inquiries and provide tours to prospective families and residents

• Assist in pre-admission and admissions processes

• Interview residents and families as necessary

• Prepare and complete social service documentation in a timely manner

• Participate in resident care plan conferences and care plan team meetings

• Assist in arranging transportation as needed

• Refer residents and families to appropriate social service agencies when necessary

• Document residents' behavioral and psychosocial status

• Chair Resident and Family Councils to support these groups

Why Work for Us:

• We offer a beautiful and calm environment, focusing on employee appreciation and a happy work culture

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Paid time off

  • 401k Plan

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Social Work or related field

• Must possess any certifications and/or licensures required by the state of Maryland to practice in long-term care

If you are a compassionate and dedicated professional looking for a new challenge, please apply to meet with a member of our new leadership team to discuss why you should become part of our team!