Director of Social Services

Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Meaningful impact

Collaborative environment

Professional growth

Job summary

Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island in Coventry, RI seeks a compassionate Director of Social Services to lead all social services and guide care planning for residents.

The role requires strong social work background, long-term care experience, and excellent communication to coordinate care with families and staff. Competitive salary and a collaborative team environment are offered in a patient-centered facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in social work from an approved program.
• 2+ years of social work experience in a long-term care facility.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident care conferences to ensure comprehensive planning.
• Create and audit resident care plans to optimize outcomes.
• Coordinate with ancillary services for service integration.
• Perform initial assessments to understand resident needs and goals.
• Work with residents and families to support placement and navigate crises.
• Protect resident privacy per facility policies.
• Document accurately and timely.
• Advocate for residents and coordinate community resources.
• Support staff with resident-related issues and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Social work experience

Long-term care experience

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Long Term Care experience required.

Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate and skilled Director of Social Services to join our team in Coventry, RI. As a member of our leadership team, you will play a critical role in planning, organizing, and directing all social services to meet the needs of our residents. If you're passionate about providing individualized care and support, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor resident care conferences to ensure comprehensive care planning
• Create, maintain, edit, and audit resident care plans to optimize resident outcomes
• Meet with ancillary/contract services, such as Psychology, to ensure seamless integration of services
• Complete initial assessments and interviews to understand resident needs and goals
• Work with individual residents, responsible parties, and families to adjust to placement and navigate crisis situations
• Comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures to protect resident health information
• Complete comprehensive documentation in a timely manner to maintain accurate records
• Coordinate personal needs and advocate on behalf of residents
• Utilize community resources effectively to support resident well-being
• Support staff in resolving resident-related issues and provide guidance and training as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor to ensure the success of our social services department

Requirements

• Minimum of one (2) year social work experience in a long-term care facility.
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an approved school of social work
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and emotional intelligence skills
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm in working with residents, families, and staff
• Ability to seek out new methods and principles to incorporate into existing social services practices
• Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition/incident to the Interdisciplinary Team as appropriate

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you're passionate about providing exceptional social services and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.