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Job Description
Social Services Director Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center - 3.0 Lemon Grove, CA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $85,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Paid orientation Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Social work Sociology Administrative experience Bachelor's degree
Human Services Delegation Full Job Description Location:
Lemon Grove, CA Job Type:
Full-Time | Salaried |
On-Site Salary:
$75,000 - $85,000 per year, DOE Are you passionate about helping others beyond the bedside? Do you thrive on making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families? At Lemon Grove Care & Rehab , we're more than just a skilled nursing facility — we're a team under new leadership focused on compassion, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are currently seeking a Social Services Director to lead our social services department and advocate for the emotional and psychosocial well-being of our residents. For direct inquiry, contact Priscilla at (858) 316-4630. Why Work at Lemon Grove? New leadership committed to staff development, communication, and support Make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and their families Join a team culture built on kindness, respect, and accountability Opportunities for career growth, training, and continuing education A chance to lead with autonomy and purpose in a supportive environment
Responsibilities:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Plan, develop, direct, evaluate, and direct the social service programs of this facility. Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures. Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Administrator. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes. Develop and implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the residents. Participate in community planning related to the interest of the facility and the services and needs of the residents and family. Participate in discharge planning; development and implementation of social care plans and resident programs. Interview resident/families as necessary and in a private setting. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submitting such to the Administrator as required. Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible. Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary. Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident. Provide information to resident/families as to medicare/medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide direct assistance and support to residents/families with the process of application, submission, and coordination with the relevant programs and their offices. Provide consolation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the social services department. Maintain a quality working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations. Review and evaluate the department's work force and make recommendation to the Administrator. Coordinate social services activities with other departments as necessary. Delegate authority, responsibility, and accountability to other responsible department personnel. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator concerning the operation to the social service department. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitor, government agencies, etc. Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and recommend to the Administrator adjustments in social services that assure the continued ability to provide daily social services. Review and develop a plan of correction for social service deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator. Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and hob related social functions to ensure that tasks involving exposure to blood or body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Review department complains and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator of action(s) taken. Follow facility's established procedures. Assist the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies. Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the social services department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Interview residents, or family members, as necessary, to obtain social history. Assure that social service progress notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the resident's response to the service. Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, etc. necessary for complying with current standard and regulations, and that will aid in maintaining quality social service. Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning social service programs and activities. Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Administrator.
Qualifications:
MUST have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field such as psychology, sociology, or rehabilitation counseling. MUST have Social Service Director experience Minimum 3 years of experience in a SNF, healthcare, hospital, or long-term care setting Knowledge of discharge planning, public benefits, and community resource coordination Leadership and supervisory experience strongly preferred Strong communication, organization, and advocacy skills Ability to work with emotionally distressed or elderly individuals in a professional and compassionate manner
Work Schedule & Environment:
Full-time, on-site role with flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends May involve emergency call-backs or extended hours during critical situations Requires interaction with residents, families, staff, and external organizations Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally assist in resident evacuation during emergencies
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company matching Paid time off (PTO) Paid training and orientation Continuing education and professional development Life and AD&D insurance Legal assistance through ARAG DailyPay (same-day pay option) Discounts through TicketsAtWork To view our full benefits package, visit: https://ensignbenefits.com/benefit-basics/benefits-quick-glance If you're ready to lead with purpose and compassion, apply now to join the Lemon Grove Care & Rehab team, apply today! For more information, contact Priscilla at (858) 316-4630.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your experience as a SSD in a SNF/clinical setting? (Answers left blank will result in a automatic application rejected)
