Senior Social Services Director

Paradigm-Healthcare-5; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm-Healthcare-5 seeks a Social Services Director to assist the Administrator in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Social Services Department. Success is measured by compliance with federal and state standards and by resident quality outcomes.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with medical staff and community agencies. The position operates in a healthcare facility with on-site duties Monday–Friday and some weekend/holiday

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, active Social Worker license in the state.
• Associate degree in a human services field or related experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement and direct social services programs.
• Meet with administration and nursing staff to coordinate social services.
• Develop and administer department policies and procedures.
• Identify residents’ social and emotional needs and coordinate care plans.
• Participate in discharge planning and community planning related to resident care.
• Coordinate with other departments and social service agencies as needed.
• Maintain resident rights confidentiality and provide information on financial assistance programs.

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Active listening

Judgment/ foresight

Self-motivation

Education

Texas Social Worker license

Associate degree in human services

Job description

Paradigm-Healthcare-5 seeks a Social Services Director to assist the Administrator in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Social Services Department. Success is measured by compliance with federal and state standards and by resident quality outcomes.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with medical staff and community agencies. The position operates in a healthcare facility with on-site duties Monday–Friday and some weekend/holiday