Licensed Social Services Director (LBSW or LMSW)

Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Responsibilities Assists in pre-admission and admission process with customers; aids clients in adjusting to nursing home placement. Interviews residents and families to obtain relevant past and present adjustments, behavior and lifestyle. Documents progress and updates plans of care at the interdisciplinary care conference. Arranges transportation, makes appointments and acts as a liaison between all departments, residents’ families and outside agencies. Assists in handling and accepting placement through one-on-one counseling and group work. Ascertains potential and develops discharge plans when clients are admitted. Arranges for post discharge services and follow-up care. Assesses emotional, financial, spiritual, educational and social needs of residents; ensures those needs are managed by the facility or through the use of outside agencies. Acts as resident/family advocate and ensures the resident is knowledgeable in and exercises his/her rights. Responsible for organizing and conducting Family Counsel Meetings and maintaining minutes of the meeting. Maintains effective communication with residents, families, healthcare professionals and facility staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work License with State One year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting, working directly with patients and families. Experience in working in healthcare settings – preference in nursing home, hospice, home health, hospital. Ability to work with a variety of people in situations ranging from community planning and nursing home planning. Able to make decisions concerning procedures based on evaluations and interpretations of case histories. (EOE) #J-18808-Ljbffr