Social Services Director Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Social Services Director Confidential Charleston, SC 29417 Essential Duties Establishes course of action by exploring options; setting goals with resident and their families. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence and well-being. Provide medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident is attained or maintained. Evaluate social and family information, psychological and emotional needs to assist in assessing social services needs as well as develop care plans for social services issues. Provide emotional support and address emotional problems including assisting residents and family with difficulties in coping with physical disabilities, fears related to health conditions as well as grief related to loss of ability and/or death. Assist residents with health care decisions. Assist with personal shopping.

• Assist in inventory and tracking patient belongings Coordinate response to reports of missing, lost or stolen belongings. Assist in obtaining resources from community and social services agencies as well as health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident.
• Assist in securing appropriate prosthetics and assistive devices.
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other departments in the facility, and outside community agencies, so that social services can be provided to meet the needs of the residents.

Document regarding resident social service status. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on-site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services Assist in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team. Provide in-service training to the staff as requested. Counselling residents and family members. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Proven experience in relationship management within social services or related sectors. Strong background in program development and management, particularly within behavioral health settings. Experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities is highly desirable. Excellent supervisory skills with a focus on team development and administrative tasks. Proficient in budgeting and financial management related to social service programs. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with diverse populations. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. This role requires a dedicated professional who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals through effective leadership and innovative program solutions.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Charleston, SC 29417 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Charleston, SC 29417: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person