Director of Social Services

Director of Social Services Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 8 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Spanish Skilled nursing facility experience Long-term care regulations Management Healthcare staff management Medicare Resident's rights Working with individuals with disabilities Patient assessment Regulatory compliance Social work Local agency collaboration English Master's degree Long-term care facility experience Hiring Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Case management Master's degree in human services Care plan development Discharge planning Organizational skills Transportation planning Human Services Patient interaction Healthcare policy development Patient charting Senior level Care coordination Referral coordination Bachelor's degree in human services Leadership Healthcare compliance Communication skills Staffing management Hospital experience Community resource coordination Performance evaluation Full Job Description Paradigm at Northwest is seeking a skilled and compassionate Director of Social Services to join our team! We look forward to the opportunity to learn and grow with you! Classificatio n and Pay Salaried Exempt Reports to Administrator Summary/Objective In keeping with our organization's goals, the primary purpose of the Social Services Director is to assist the Administrator to plan, organize, develop and directing the overall operation of our Social Services Department. Success in this position is measured by compliance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility. Additionally, success is measured through patient quality outcomes. Job Duties ▪ Participate in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of the facility ▪ Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services ▪ Develop and maintain a good working rapport with intra-department personnel, other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare, and social agencies, to ensure that social service programs are properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents ▪ Assist in developing, administering, and coordinating departmental policies and procedures ▪ Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations and make recommendations for changes in facility policies and procedures to the department director or Administrator ▪ In the absence of the department director, serve on various facility committees as he/she may be appointed by the Administrator ▪ Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically-related social and emotional needs of the patient/resident ▪ Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the patient/resident and family ▪ Participate in resident assessments, development and implementation of social care plans, and discharge planning ▪ Interview patients/residents/families as necessary in a private setting. ▪ Involve the patient/resident/family in planning social service programs, to the extent possible ▪ Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary ▪ Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide for the services or needs of the patient/resident ▪ Provides information to patient/resident/families regarding Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to resident ▪ Informs the resident/family of the patients'/residents' personal and property rights ▪ Assist in determining appropriate departmental staffing, evaluates employee performance, and makes recommendations to the department director or Administrator concerning wage and salary adjustments, hiring, terminations, transfers, etc. ▪ Provide consultation to members of facility staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the patient/resident through the development of social service programs ▪ Maintain an excellent working relationship with medical professionals and other health-related facilities and organizations ▪ Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department. ▪ Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary ▪ Review complaints and grievances and makes necessary oral/written reports to the department manager or Administrator ▪ Perform charting duties as necessary ▪ Work with emotional needs including assisting resident/family with anxiety and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care Supervisory Responsibility There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position. However, the position requires communication with and oversight of nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and programs are implemented correctly. Required Education and Experience ▪ Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Social Worker in the State, or otherwise be permitted to serve in this role pursuant to federal and state rules, laws, and regulations ▪ A bachelors or masters degree in a human services field or related social services experience ▪ Minimum 1-year experience in a human services field in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facilities Required Skills ▪ Bilingual in English and Spanish ▪ Excellent written and verbal communication skills ▪ Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude ▪ Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously ▪ Display attention to detail ▪ Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner ▪ Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations) ▪ Exceptional judgment and active foresight ▪ Self-motivated and self-directed

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person