Resident-Centered Social Services Director

Workstream; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and

Vision coverages

401(k) with discretionary match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Camino Ridge Post Acute is seeking a Social Services Director to oversee the Social Services Department, ensuring compliance with regulations and addressing the emotional and social needs of residents on an individualized basis.

The role requires a bachelor's in Sociology or Psychology (or equivalent), strong communication, and at least 2 years in a hospital or skilled nursing setting. You will lead care coordination, discharge planning, and advocacy for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience in Sociology or Psychology.
• Positive, encouraging personality able to manage difficult emotions and persons professionally.
• Experience in developing and implementing social care plans, patient assessments and discharge planning.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in hospital or skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities

• Develops a comprehensive social history and assessment of residents and supports care plans.
• Assists patients and caregivers with transitioning to new environments and educating on resident rights.
• Acts as mediator to resolve concerns related to care, admission and discharge procedures.
• Participates in developing individual care plans including goals for Social Services.
• Coordinates ongoing care services and attends meetings to evaluate resident needs.
• Ensures Advanced Directives are completed and kept in charts.
• Develops discharge plans in coordination with residents, families and staff.
• Coordinates discharges/transfers for continuity of care.
• Builds positive relationships with residents, families, physicians and community partners.
• Identifies community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Coordinates Support Groups and advocates for Residents Rights.
• Completes mandatory documentation per regulations and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Care plan development

Communication skills

Experience in hospital or SNF

Multitasking

Organization

Adaptive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Sociology or Psychology

Job description

Camino Ridge Post Acute is seeking a Social Services Director to oversee the Social Services Department, ensuring compliance with regulations and addressing the emotional and social needs of residents on an individualized basis.

The role requires a bachelor's in Sociology or Psychology (or equivalent), strong communication, and at least 2 years in a hospital or skilled nursing setting. You will lead care coordination, discharge planning, and advocacy for residents and families.