Admissions/Social Services Director Position Available In Jackson, Mississippi

Admissions/Social Services Director 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 4403 Hospital St, Pascagoula, MS 39581

Description:

We are looking for an Admissions/Social Service Director to manage the medically related Social Services Program of a facility in accordance with Company policies, standards of practice and governmental regulations. Ensure the highest possible level of resident physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being by performing the following duties. What do we do? Connect People 2 Life! How do we Connect People 2 Life? Through reconnecting them to the relationships that make life full: S (Sprint) N (Nature) O (Others) W (Work) S (Self)! We make it SNOW every day!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with Administrator, consultants, facility staff and family members in meeting identified medically related social needs. Investigate case situations and present information to Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychologist and other members of health team, on patient’s family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment (Care Planning). • Interpret psychiatric treatment to patient’s family and help to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment. • Serve as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community. Make arrangements for obtaining needed adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items (dental care, eye care, hearing services, mobility services). Making referrals and obtaining services from outside entities (talking books, absentee ballots, wheelchair transportation, and other community resources). Maintain facility waiting list. Help patients to respond constructively to treatment and assist in adjustment leading to and following discharge. Administer Advance Directive program. Participate in Quality Assurance team meetings.

Requirements:

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology 1+ years’ experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. 1-2 years’ experience in long term care experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Outgoing and energetic personality. Ability to multi-task while being detail-oriented. Intermediate computer skills. Experience with MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred