Social Services Director

Shelby American, Inc.; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Social Services Director to lead and implement essential social services programs in a nurturing environment. This role emphasizes work-life balance and community-driven care, where you'll recruit and supervise a dedicated team while ensuring high-quality service delivery. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of residents through evidence-based treatment modalities and performance improvement initiatives. Join a team-oriented organization that values growth from within and provides a supportive atmosphere for professional development.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Life/Vision coverage

401k

PTO package and paid holidays

Growth from within

Employee rewards program

Next day pay available

Team-oriented work environment

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts as per Illinois Mental Health Code.
• Requires 2+ years of direct care experience with psychiatric disorders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee social services programs and staff in the facility.
• Coordinate referrals and develop educational in-services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Decisiveness

Delegation of authority

Education

Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Description

At BRIA, we are community-driven with a focus on work-life balance. Our nursing homes offer a compassionate care environment, empowering you.

Social Services Director Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Life/Vision coverage
• 401k
• PTO package and paid holidays
• Growth from within
• Employee rewards program
• Next day pay available
• Team-oriented work environment

Social Services Director Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning and implementation of social services programs in your facility.
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise staff, including MHPs, QMHPs, CRSs, and RSAs.
• Experience with evidence-based treatment modalities including wellness recovery action plans, illness management and recovery, dual diagnosis, and trauma-informed care.
• Oversight of the implementation of treatment programs.
• Coordinate referrals of residents to services the facility does not provide.
• Develop and coordinate educational in-services.
• Provide clinical case supervision of all treatment personnel.
• Oversee the assessment of all potential residents.
• Develop Performance Improvement Project (PIP) tools to improve the delivery of care.

Social Services Director Qualifications:

• Must meet the definition of a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts as defined by the Illinois Mental Health Code (LCSW, LCPC, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PMHNP, LMFT, etc.).
• At least two (2) years of experience in direct care of individuals with psychiatric disorders.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to act decisively and delegate authority.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.