Social Services Director

Socket.dev; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation plans

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Director of Social Services for a nursing center in Alabama. The role focuses on maximizing patients’ well-being by shaping climate, policies, and routines that support dignity and independence, while leading the Social Services department.

The candidate will supervise up to two staff members and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure ethical care, patient rights, and comprehensive psychosocial assessments are conducted.

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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services department.
• 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 well-being.
• Assure a comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment is completed for each patient identifying social, emotional, needs and strengths.
• Educate patients and families regarding rights, decision making, and available community resources.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to assist patients to cope with transition and adjustment to a nursing center.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

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.