Social Services Director

In the Social Service Director role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the Social Services Department designed to meet and assist residents in attaining or maintaining their highest practicable well-being.

Welcome to Journey, where community is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that true success starts with strong local leadership, supported by a dedicated home office team. Our journey began with a vision to create opportunities that empower individuals to make a positive impact right in their own backyard.


Our Vision

Change the world, one heart at a time.


Our Mission

Our Mission is to consistently achieve exceptional quality outcomes by leading a world-class Care Team. Our empowered and dedicated Care Team strives to exceed the expectations of our residents in every interaction. Being a part of your journey is our privilege.


Our Leaders: The Heartbeat of Journey

Our local leaders are the driving force behind our success. They’re not just managers; they’re passionate advocates for their communities. They understand the needs and goals of the residents and families they serve. They’re your neighbors, your friends, and your partners in progress. Together, we work tirelessly to create meaningful change and lasting legacies.


Responsibilities

• Identifying the need for medically related social services and ensuring that these services are provided in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• The Social Services Director will complete and/or direct/delegate the completion of the social services component of the comprehensive assessment. The Social Services Director will also contribute to and/or direct/delegate contribution of social services goals and approaches to the care plan.
• Directing the Social Services department includes overseeing preadmission services for inbound residents
• The Social Services Director will facilitate residents’ safe transition back into the community through interdisciplinary discharge planning and arrangement of community-based services and follow-up care.
• The Social Services Director is responsible for overseeing the establishment of departmental QA procedures and modification of those procedures where appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work or another human services field to include, but not limited to, sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, or psychology.
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.
• License Social Worker License in required state.

All facilities must provide medically related social services to residents. It is not required that a qualified social worker necessarily provide all of these services, except as required by State law. The regulations do not require a Social Worker when a facility has equal to or less than 120 beds. The Social Services Designee must possess:


What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly raises
• 401(k) with Voya Financial
• United Healthcare Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Company-provided smartphones for full-time care team members
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, we invite you to apply for the position at Journey.


Together, let’s change lives one heart at a time.

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We are committed to equal opportunity. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, please contact HR.

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