Director of Social Services

Oak Hill Manor; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home in Ithaca, New York seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the social services department and promote residents' socialization, recreation, and emotional well-being.

The successful candidate will oversee program development, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, mentor staff, and ensure high quality of life for residents through compassionate leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Experience in a social services or healthcare setting, in a leadership/management role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement social services programs for residents, including recreational activities and emotional support.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive resident care.
• Build and maintain relationships with residents, families, and external agencies.
• Supervise and mentor social services staff.
• Identify residents' needs and develop plans to address them.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reports for program evaluations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Director of Social Services

Job Title: Director of Social Services

Location: Ithaca, New York, United States

Company: Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home

Company Slogan: "Long Term Care & Short Term Rehabilitation"

At Oak Hill Manor, we prioritize the well-being and comfort of our residents, and we're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Director of Social Services to join our team.

Job Summary

As a key member of our management team, the Director of Social Services will be responsible for overseeing the social services department, ensuring that our residents receive the highest quality of life and care. This includes developing and implementing programs and services that promote socialization, recreation, and emotional well-being. The successful candidate will possess excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, and be able to work collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to achieve our organization's goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement social services programs and services that meet the needs of our residents, including recreational activities, social events, and emotional support

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that our residents receive comprehensive care and support

• Build and maintain relationships with residents, families, and external agencies to ensure that our services meet their needs and expectations

• Supervise and mentor social services staff, providing guidance and support to ensure excellence in care

• Identify and address individualized needs and concerns of residents, and develop plans to address these needs

• Develop and maintain accurate records and reports, and provide statistical data to support program and service evaluations

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development activities

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field

• [Number of years] years of experience in a social services or healthcare setting, preferably in a leadership or management role

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and external agencies

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills