Director of Social Services & Resident Advocacy

Fiberhire; Gaffney (SC); Presencial; USD 63.000 - 77.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Fiberhire is seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department at our skilled nursing facility in Gaffney, SC. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about resident advocacy, psychosocial well-being, and providing high-quality care.

Join a team that values resident dignity, individualized care, and a supportive environment where residents can thrive.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field.
• At least one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with residents, families, staff, and regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of resident rights, care planning, discharge planning, and healthcare regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, develop, and oversee the Social Services Department to ensure residents receive appropriate medically related social services.
• Complete and oversee social assessments and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, preferences, and psychosocial well-being.
• Coordinate admissions, discharge planning, and transitions to community-based services.
• Assist residents and families with accessing financial assistance, community resources, and other support services.
• Oversee advance care planning, advance directives, and communication of residents’ wishes.
• Address resident and family grievances, document resolutions, and ensure follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies, and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with nursing, administration, and interdisciplinary teams to improve resident outcomes.
• Support quality assurance initiatives, participate in facility committees, and promote continuous improvement.
• Ensure appropriate reporting and follow-up regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Formação

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Descrição da vaga

Fiberhire is seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department at our skilled nursing facility in Gaffney, SC. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about resident advocacy, psychosocial well-being, and providing high-quality care.

Join a team that values resident dignity, individualized care, and a supportive environment where residents can thrive.