Social Services Director

American Senior Communities; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Washington Healthcare in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Social Services Director to lead psychosocial care for residents and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain the highest level of well-being.

The role emphasizes psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and advocacy for geriatric residents within our facility.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services field is required.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Previous social services experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver medically related social services to residents to attain or maintain well-being.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and departments to support resident care.

Conocimientos

Clinical & Human Services knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Supportive presence

Collaboration

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

Descripción del empleo

Social Services Director Opportunity at Washington Healthcare in Indianapolis, IN!

The Social Services Director plays a key role in delivering medically related social services to attain or maintain the highest level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Skills Needed

• Clinical and Human Services knowledge: Understanding social work principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions. Familiarity with case management, discharge planning and crisis intervention.
• Interpersonal Communication: Empathetic engagement with residents and families. Clear, effective communication with interdisciplinary teams. Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Supportive Presence: Creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents.
• Collaboration: Works with and promotes collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations including government regulatory agencies.
• Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field required.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Previous social services experience preferred.