Director of Social Services

Director of Social Services Department:

View Behavioral Health Child, Colton Reports to:

Clinical Director Pay:

Depends on experience

Location :

1280 E Cooley Dr. Colton

CA 92324

Facility Overview - View Behavioral Health Child, Colton View Behavioral Health (VBH) Child, is a behavioral health campus providing acute psychiatric care and crisis stabilization services. Our Child & Adolescent program offers a safe, structured environment focused on stabilization, evidence-based treatment, and family-centered care. As we expand, the campus will include adult services, supporting a full continuum of care for the communities we serve. Position Summary The Director of Social Services oversees all psychosocial services, discharge planning, and care coordination. This role ensures patients and families receive comprehensive support throughout treatment and transition planning. Key Responsibilities Supervise social workers and case management staff Oversee discharge planning, aftercare coordination, andutilizationreview collaboration Ensuretimelycompletion of psychosocial assessments and documentation Collaborate with community partners, schools, and outpatient providers Support family engagement and education processes Monitor LOS, barriers to discharge, and placement outcomes Ensure compliance with documentation and regulatory standards Assistwith crisis intervention and patient advocacy Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work Active California LCSW preferred Minimum 3-5 years of experience in behavioral health, including supervisory experience Experience with child/adolescent populations strongly preferred Demonstrated sound professional judgment; clinical judgment where applicable to licensure/role. Proficiencyin the use of computers and standard keyboard functions for data entry and electronic documentation. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English. Current CPR, BLS, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within90 daysof employment Demonstrate understanding andcompliancewith Patients' Rights, LPS Statutes, and Seclusion and Restraint Protocols. Special Conditions Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Live Scan fingerprinting, background check clearance, and verification of required licenses, certifications, and education Satisfactory completion of professional reference checks Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Ocean View does not provide visa sponsorship for certain roles unless otherwise specified Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), The Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards Compliance with all required health screenings and immunizationsin accordance withregulatory guidelines and facility policy, which may include tuberculosis (TB) testing, N95 fit testing, annual trainings, and proof of vaccination for certain communicable diseases Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts as needed, based on operational or patient care needs Director of Social Services View Behavioral Health Facility 1250 East Cooley Drive, Colton, CA 92324

Full-time Full-time Director of Social Services Department:

View Behavioral Health Child, Colton Reports to:

Clinical Director Pay:

Depends on experience

Location :

1280 E Cooley Dr. Colton

CA 92324

Facility Overview - View Behavioral Health Child, Colton View Behavioral Health (VBH) Child, is a behavioral health campus providing acute psychiatric care and crisis stabilization services. Our Child & Adolescent program offers a safe, structured environment focused on stabilization, evidence-based treatment, and family-centered care. As we expand, the campus will include adult services, supporting a full continuum of care for the communities we serve. Position Summary The Director of Social Services oversees all psychosocial services, discharge planning, and care coordination. This role ensures patients and families receive comprehensive support throughout treatment and transition planning. Key Responsibilities Supervise social workers and case management staff Oversee discharge planning, aftercare coordination, andutilizationreview collaboration Ensuretimelycompletion of psychosocial assessments and documentation Collaborate with community partners, schools, and outpatient providers Support family engagement and education processes Monitor LOS, barriers to discharge, and placement outcomes Ensure compliance with documentation and regulatory standards Assistwith crisis intervention and patient advocacy Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work Active California LCSW preferred Minimum 3-5 years of experience in behavioral health, including supervisory experience Experience with child/adolescent populations strongly preferred Demonstrated sound professional judgment; clinical judgment where applicable to licensure/role. Proficiencyin the use of computers and standard keyboard functions for data entry and electronic documentation. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English. Current CPR, BLS, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within90 daysof employment Demonstrate understanding andcompliancewith Patients' Rights, LPS Statutes, and Seclusion and Restraint Protocols. Special Conditions Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Live Scan fingerprinting, background check clearance, and verification of required licenses, certifications, and education Satisfactory completion of professional reference checks Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Ocean View does not provide visa sponsorship for certain roles unless otherwise specified Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), The Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards Compliance with all required health screenings and immunizationsin accordance withregulatory guidelines and facility policy, which may include tuberculosis (TB) testing, N95 fit testing, annual trainings, and proof of vaccination for certain communicable diseases Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts as needed, based on operational or patient care needs