Social Services Director

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation in Tennessee is seeking a dedicated Social Services Director to lead with heart, integrity, and purpose. You will oversee assessments, care planning, and resource coordination for residents, while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work, long-term care experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in social services or similar role in long-term care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families and staff.
• Knowledge of regulations and laws related to social services in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and develop care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and families.
• Assist residents in accessing community resources and services.
• Facilitate family meetings and liaise between residents, families, and the facility.
• Collaborate with doctors, therapists, and social workers to ensure holistic resident care.
• Assist with discharge planning and transitions to home or other care settings.
• Maintain confidential resident records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on changes in social services regulations and best practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Welcome to Smith County Health and Rehabilitation!

Are you a passionate, driven professional who believes in advocating for others and strengthening resident well-being? We are seeking a dedicated Social Services Director to join our team and lead with heart, integrity, and purpose.

This is more than a position; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and families while being part of a supportive leadership team that values collaboration and excellence.

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Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and develop personalized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and their families to address their social and emotional well-being.
• Assist residents in accessing community resources and services to meet their individual needs and preferences.
• Facilitate family meetings and serve as a liaison between residents, families, and the facility to ensure open communication and understanding.
• Collaborate with medical professionals, including doctors, therapists, and social workers, to ensure the holistic care of each resident.
• Assist residents with discharge planning and coordinate the transition to home or other care settings when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential resident records, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
• Stay updated with changes in regulations and best practices related to social services to enhance the quality of care provided.

Qualifications of the Social Services Director:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
• Previous experience in social services or a similar role in a long-term care setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and staff effectively.
• Empathetic and caring nature, with a genuine desire to improve the lives of our residents.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and laws related to social services in a healthcare environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and maintain a positive working environment.

EOE

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.