Resident Services Director: Compassionate Leader

Hireology; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA contribution

Daily Pay

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Personal Day

Support Team

Job summary

Hireology is seeking a Social Services Director to oversee the planning, organization, and evaluation of a comprehensive Social Services program for residents. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote rights and psychosocial well-being while ensuring compliance with regulations.

The role requires a human services degree and at least one year of relevant experience, with willingness to pursue Social Services Designee certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or related social services experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a human services role within a hospital, skilled nursing, or medical facility.
• Willingness to obtain Social Services Designee certification if not already obtained.
• Knowledge of resident rights, psychosocial needs, and long-term care regulations.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive Social Services program.
• Develop and maintain social services policies related to resident care and quality of life.
• Prepare the Social Services department for annual surveys and inspections.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote resident rights and psychological well-being.
• Prevent, identify, and report resident abuse, neglect, or exploitation in accordance with law and licensure.
• Complete psychosocial assessments, social histories, and applicable MDS sections to guide care planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Participate in the development and implementation of interdisciplinary care plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to assist residents with transitions and adjustment to long-term care.
• Educate residents and families on advance directives, resident rights, and available community resources.
• Coordinate discharge planning, including referrals for home care and post-discharge services.
• Initiate and participate in Discharge Transition Plans and discharge education.
• Maintain relationships with community agencies and referral partners.
• Participate in quality assurance and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Educate staff on psychosocial needs, cultural diversity, resident rights, and abuse prevention.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and administration during inspections and surveys.
• Provide clinical support during crisis or catastrophic events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support resident well-being and facility operations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Hireology is seeking a Social Services Director to oversee the planning, organization, and evaluation of a comprehensive Social Services program for residents. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote rights and psychosocial well-being while ensuring compliance with regulations.

The role requires a human services degree and at least one year of relevant experience, with willingness to pursue Social Services Designee certification.