Social Services Director

Civita Care Center at Milford; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Civita Care Center at Milford is seeking a Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department and deliver resident-centered care within a sub-acute rehabilitation setting. You will coordinate with physicians, therapists, and nurses to ensure comprehensive care plans and timely discharge planning.

The role emphasizes compliance with regulatory standards, staff development, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives, including familiarity with PASSARs, LOCs, and the Ombudsman

Qualifications

• Leadership and management of the Social Services Department.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with PASSARs, LOCs, and the Ombudsman Discharge Portal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Social Services Department to ensure excellent patient care and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and nurses; conduct 72-hour and discharge planning meetings.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to the Social Worker.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Utilize government provided benefits such as Money Follows the People.

Skills

Leadership

Case management

Communication

Staff development

Compliance

Quality improvement

Job description

FT Social Services Director

Job Summary:

Join the Civita Care Center at Milford team as a Social Services Director in our esteemed organization, dedicated to providing exceptional care and attention to the highest standards. As a leading provider of sub-acute rehabilitation in the area, we are committed to designing physician-driven programs that cater to the unique needs of each resident, ensuring maximum recovery potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Oversee the Social Services Department, fostering a collaborative environment among team members to ensure excellent patient care and satisfaction.

• Case Management: Develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention and support to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

• Communication: Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and nurses, to ensure seamless communication and effective patient care. This includes conducting timely 72-hour meetings, care plan meetings, and discharge planning.

• Staff Development: Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to the Social Worker, promoting professional growth and development.

• Compliance and Quality Improvement: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, while continuously identifying and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Must have familarity with PASSARs, LOCs, and updating Ombudsman Discharge Portal. Must meet timely completion of MDS assesments.

• Effective utilization of government provided benefits ex: Money Follows the People.

About the Role:

As a Social Services Director at Civita Care Center at Milford, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and their families. Our dynamic and supportive environment is dedicated to fostering growth, learning, and collaboration among our staff. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and leading a team of dedicated professionals, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.