Social Service Director

Social Service Director

M anages psychosocial care, assessing resident needs, developing care plans, providing counseling, coordinating admissions/discharges, advocating for rights, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and connecting residents/families with resources to enhance quality of life . Key duties involve leading the social work team, overseeing documentation, liaising with other departments, and managing complex cases to support residents' adjustment and independence.

Core Responsibilities

• Resident Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop individual care plans, and ensure plans promote independence.
• Counseling & Support: Provide individual/group counseling to residents and families, helping them adjust to facility life and related challenges.
• Admissions & Discharge: Oversee intake, coordinate discharge planning, and help with transitions, ensuring necessary paperwork is completed.
• Staff Supervision: Manage, train, and evaluate social work assistants and clerical staff.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, managing grievances and resident rights.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in team meetings (IDT) to provide social work input on care plans.
• Community Linkages: Develop and maintain relationships with community resources for resident support.

Key Duties

• Document resident progress, conversations, and social histories.
• Manage case records and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate resident activities and programming.
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and staff.
• Develop and implement facility policies for social services.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

MUST HAVE A BS IN SOCIAL WORK OR RELATED FIELD

• Strong knowledge of social work principles, laws, and public assistance.
• Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage complex situations.

This role focuses on promoting residents' overall well-being, dignity, and quality of life within the long-term care setting