Social Services Director Position Available In Tipton, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Social Services Director position at Covington Post-Acute in Covington, Tennessee requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, along with one year of supervised social work experience, preferably in a skilled nursing setting. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and implementing social service programs to meet residents' emotional and social needs. The benefits package includes paid sick leave, PTO, dental, vision, 401(k), healthcare, and life insurance. Covington Post-Acute is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description
Social Services Director Covington Post-Acute 765 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019 Covington Post Acute , located in Covington, Tennessee, is a Medicare and Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility. It offers care for up to 98 residents in private and semi-private suites. The facility emphasizes a comfortable and engaging environment with indoor and outdoor common spaces, personalized dietary plans, and a variety of social activities. Additional services include nursing, physical and occupational therapy, mental health support, and more. Why join us? At Covington Post Acute , we are committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to our residents in a compassionate and supportive environment ensuring our residents thrive in comfort and dignity. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality care. Whether you are an experienced professional or exploring a rewarding career in healthcare, Covington offers a collaborative and growth-focused workplace where your efforts truly make an impact.
Position Overview:
The Director of Social Services functions to plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct social service programs in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and facility policies and procedures to ensure that the medically related emotional and social needs of each resident are met and maintained on an individual basis. Assist in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments. Interview residents/families as necessary. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Maintain contact with the resident’s family, involving them with non-medical progress reports as necessary. Assist in resolution of grievances as voiced by resident, family, responsible party or ombudsman.
Qualifications:
Must possess, as a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology. Must have, as a minimum, one year of supervised social work experience, preferably in a skilled nursing setting.
Benefits:
Paid sick leave PTO Dental Vision 401(k) Healthcare insurance Life insurance We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
