Director of Social Services

Job Description

Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the facility social services department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and as directed by the Administrator.

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the social service programs of the facility

Interview residents or family members as necessary to obtain social history.

Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.

Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident

Assist in developing and implementing department policies and procedures.

Complete resident assessments and attend care planning meetings in accordance with Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) guidelines.

Participate in care planning meetings and help develop goals and objectives that address each resident's identified problems and needs.

Ensure that social services components of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) are completed and signed on a timely basis.

Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of resident discharge plans.

Review nurses’ notes to determine if the care plan is being followed; report problem areas to the Director of Nursing.

Specific Requirements

□ Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

□ Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

□ Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.

□ Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.

□ Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

□ Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

□ Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever cognitive level in which they are currently functioning.

□ Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing social services.

□ Must be a member in good standing with state or national licensing and accrediting bodies.

□ Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

□ Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations.