Director of Social Services

AdamsPlace; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Time Off

Holiday Incentive Pay

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and

Life insurance

401k with generous company

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Bluffton is seeking a Director of Social Services to lead the center's social services program and support patients and families. The role emphasizes coordination with care teams and adherence to center policies.

The qualified applicant should have an MSW or related social work degree, broad knowledge of geriatric care funding, and strong communication skills. Long-term care experience is preferred and career growth opportunities are highlighted.

Qualifications

• MSW preferred, BSW encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of medical case management, geriatric needs, and funding like Medicare/Medicaid.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking across settings.
• Imagination and ability to work cooperatively with professionals.

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive social services program for patients and families.
• Foster teamwork and a positive departmental culture.
• Ensure quality of social services at the center.
• Interpret and apply center policies to stakeholders.
• Provide direction to the department to meet center goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creative thinking

Long term care experience

Education

MSW preferred, BSW encouraged

Job description

Position:

Director of Social Services - Full Time

Pay:

$45000 - $70000 / hour Depending On Experience

Don\'t miss this great opportunity to join our team as Director of Social Services at NHC HealthCare Bluffton.

Why NHC?

We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun. At NHC, we are all partners (employees) in a family – oriented work atmosphere where growth and opportunities are promoted. We provide competitive compensation with performance wage rate increases.

The Qualified Applicant For This Position Should Possess

• Degree in Social Work from a school or university accredited by the council on Social Work education - preferable MSW, but BSW encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of the medical case management process, needs of geriatric patients, health care settings, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare Part A, B, C, ad D, Medicaid, Managed Care and other private insurances
• Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibilities efficiently and effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing in a wide variety of circumstances
• Long Term Care experienced preferred

Position Highlights

• Implementing a comprehensive social services program that provides support services for patients and families in the center
• Demonstrating teamwork characteristics by building a positive team approach
• Ensuring the quality of social services rendered by the center
• Understanding and abiding by established policies of the health care center and interpret them to concerned parties
• Providing direction to department in meeting center's goals and objectives

Requirements

• MSW preferred, BSW encouraged
• Long term care experience preferred

Benefits

• Earned Time Off
• Holiday Incentive Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance
• 401k with generous company contributions
• Competitive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Advancement Opportunities

NHC HealthCare Bluffton is located at 3039 Okatie Highway, Bluffton, SC 29909

NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.