Resident-Centered Social Services Director

Pruitthealth Corporation; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pruitthealth Corporation in Decatur, GA, is seeking a Social Services Director to coordinate and direct social services in accordance with regulations and facility policies. The role centers on advocacy for residents, compliance, and professional practice.

You will manage psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, advance directives, and grievances, while leading staff through mandatory trainings and surveys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related Human Services field required.
• Minimum one year of supervised social work experience in healthcare or long-term care.
• MSW preferred.
• Knowledge of resident rights, ethics, and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Applies standards of professional Social Service work practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
• Demonstrates competency in the protection and promotion of and advocacy for residents’ rights.
• Responds to resident behavioral and psychiatric issues by completing behavioral and psychosocial assessments, providing treatment recommendations and making referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health providers.
• Coordinates discharge plans with residents and families.
• Assists patients and families with advance directives in accordance with Federal regulations.
• Resolves and tracks grievances.
• Completes psychosocial assessments of residents.
• Coordinates family council meetings.
• Coordinates ancillary appointments as necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service oriented

Communication

Advocacy for residents

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services

MSW (Preferred)

Job description

Pruitthealth Corporation in Decatur, GA, is seeking a Social Services Director to coordinate and direct social services in accordance with regulations and facility policies. The role centers on advocacy for residents, compliance, and professional practice.

You will manage psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, advance directives, and grievances, while leading staff through mandatory trainings and surveys.