Social Services Director

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Albany (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a Director of Social Services at our Albany area nursing center. You will lead the Social Services department, ensure NASW Code of Ethics compliance, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to uphold residents' rights and dignity.

Key duties include directing operations, supervising up to two staff, educating patients and families about rights and decisions, and providing psychosocial support to ease transitions and adjustment in the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services required.
• Certifications/licensures as required by state to practice in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with social services staff, interdisciplinary team, and administration to promote and protect patient rights, dignity, independence, and psychological well-being.
• Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with NASW Code of Ethics and state/federal guidelines.
• Possibly supervise a staff of up to 2 employees.

Skills

Social work

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

Overview

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Join our team as Director of Social Services and foster an environment within the nursing center that enables our patients/residents to maximize their well-being and overall quality of life by creating a climate, policies, and routines that enable patients/residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity. Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and federal, state, and local guidelines. You may supervise a staff of up to 2 employees.

• *Collaborate with social services staff, interdisciplinary team, and administration to promote and protect patient rights, dignity, independence, and psychological well-being.
• *Maintain good working relationships with center employees, meeting with administration and nursing staff to collaborate and plan.
• *Assure a comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment is completed for each patient that identifies social, emotional, psychological needs and strengths.
• *Educate patients and families regarding their rights and responsibilities, health care decision making/advance directives, effective problem solving, and available community resources.
• *Provide therapeutic interventions to assist patients to cope with their transition and adjustment to a nursing center and to address behavior or mood problems

Qualifications

• *Bachelor's degree in social work or human services required.
• *Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by state of employment to practice in long-term care.

Benefits

• *Variable compensation plans
• *Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• *Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• *Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• *Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• *Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• *On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• *Pet Insurance
• *Term and Whole Life Insurance
• *Short-term Disability
• *Hospital Indemnity
• *Personal Accident
• *Critical Illness
• *Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $26.00 - USD $30.00 /Hr.