Job Type :

Full Time

DESCRIPTION

Onyx of Bernice is seeking a Social Service Director with competitive wages, flexible scheduling, medical benefits, we invite you to join our dedicated team! At Onyx Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset!

We offer these competitive benefits:

Competitive wage

Affordable:

Medical, Dental, Vision Free Life Insurance Paid Vacation/Sick Time Personal Days Tuition Reimbursement Meaningful and rewarding work environment Plus, much more, Inquire with us today!

Description:

The primary purpose of the Social Services Director is to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of our facility's Social Services Department. Responsibilities for

Social Services Director:

Participate in reviewing and setting policies concerning resident care and quality of life Participate in developing facility social work policies Participate in quality assurance interdisciplinary team meetings Understand and meet all government requirements for social service documentation Document progress in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents Work with the interdisciplinary team and administration to promote and protect resident rights and the psychological wellbeing of each resident. Prevent and address resident abuse as mandated by law and professional licensure Work with residents, families, significant others and staff to provide support, information and organization for taking a more proactive role in self-advocacy to improve quality of life/care for individual residents and those who live and work within the nursing home and the community at large Complete a social history and psychosocial assessment for each resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs Ensure or provide therapeutic interventions to assist residents in coping with their transition and adjustment to a long-term care facility, including their social, emotional, and psychological needs Provide clinical interventions to address catastrophic events that occur during the resident's stay in the facility Coordinate the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for appropriate home care services prior to the resident's return to the community Qualifications for

Social Services Director:

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field. Healthcare experience 3- 5 Years Experience in long-term nursing facility care billing experience, or a similar type of health care facility. (Preferred) Apply online by clicking Apply Now Apply today for immediate consideration!! Onyx Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.