Director of Social Services

Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Norway (ME); On-site; USD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive and collaborative work环境

Meaningful impact on residents' lives

Job summary

Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the Social Services Department and oversee programs focused on residents' emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

Responsibilities include developing care plans, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, advocating for residents' rights, and guiding discharge planning. A leadership background in long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years in social services, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in a long-term care setting.
• Strong understanding of the aging process and psychosocial needs of residents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social services programs for residents.
• Provide social services ensuring high-quality, person-centered care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
• Act as liaison between residents, families, and community resources for smooth transitions and discharge planning.
• Advocate for residents' rights and dignity in care.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Empathy

Education

LSW or LCSW preferred

4+ years in social services

Job description

A US News & World Report Best!

Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work and US News & World Report Best for Short-Term Rehab, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 29 Marion Avenue, Norway, Maine, 04268

What You'll Do:

* 40 hours Full-time / Salary role / $66,560 - $70,720 annually ($32 - $34 an hour)

As a Director of Social Services, you will lead our Social Services Department and the programs within it. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Director of Social Services:

• Develop and implement comprehensive social services programs that address the diverse needs of our residents
• Provide Social Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that enhance the overall well-being of residents
• Act as a liaison between residents, families, and community resources to support a seamless transition into our facility and assist with discharge planning
• Advocate for residents' rights, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care and maintaining their dignity and independence

If you are passionate about playing a crucial role in ensuring the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of our residents, in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Director of Social Services.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Norway team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $66,560.00 - USD $70,720.00 /Yr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Director of Social Services:

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred
• Minimum of 4 years in social services, with at least 2 of those years in a leadership role in a long-term care setting
• Strong understanding of the aging process, psychosocial needs of the elderly, and the impact of chronic illness
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team and build positive relationships with residents and their families

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.