Resident Advocacy Social Services Director

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Telemedicine Program

Group Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance & Short-Term 

Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter Benefits

Planned Time Off (vacation, personal,

Sick time & state sick leave

DailyPay

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab in Westland, MI is seeking an experienced Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department at our skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on advocating for residents' social and emotional needs and coordinating assessments, care plans, and family communications.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, ensure regulatory compliance, participate in admissions, and develop volunteer programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in Social Work or a related field.
• Knowledge of social services practices, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing long-term care.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and professional approach when working with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive social assessments and individualized care plans that identify medically related social and emotional needs, goals, and interventions.
• Participate actively in the pre-admission and admissions processes.
• Serve as a compassionate liaison and advocate for residents and their families.
• Listen to and respond to resident and family concerns while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Document residents' behavioral, emotional, and psychosocial status accurately.
• Provide individual and group support to residents and families during adjustment, crisis, or special needs.
• Establish and maintain a volunteer program to meet residents' social service needs.
• Orient residents and families to the nursing center and assist with adjustment to the new environment.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing social services in long-term care.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate approach

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab in Westland, MI is seeking an experienced Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department at our skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on advocating for residents' social and emotional needs and coordinating assessments, care plans, and family communications.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, ensure regulatory compliance, participate in admissions, and develop volunteer programs.