Social Services Director

Social Worker

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Nursing Home Administrator.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary and management team of the nursing center.
• Plan, develop, organize, evaluate and direct the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics while maintaining compliance with regulations, policies, and federal/state/local.
• Foster a climate, policies, and routines that enables patients/residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity and the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being and quality of life.
• Lead, guide and direct the social services staff.
• Educate all nursing center staff about the role of Social Services and the psycho-social needs of patients/residents and their families/significant others.
• Identify and monitor community changes and opportunities such as legislation, regulations, and programs that impact nursing home patients/residents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work is required. Master's degree preferred.
• Must possess any certifications/licenses as required by State of employment to practice in long term care.
• Additional certification such as Geriatric Case Management, Hospice & Palliative Care, Gerontology, Clinical Social Work, Health Care, Nephrology, Mental Health, and/or Substance Abuse preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of supervised social service experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals preferred.
• Management/administrative/supervisory experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earned
• Several voluntary insurances such as Pet Insurance, Term and Whole Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Personal Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer Coverage

Posted Salary Range USD $52,000.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr.