Social Services Director - Bend Transitional Care

Avamere; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avamere is hiring a Social Services Director in Bend, Oregon, responsible for overseeing the Social Services Department. The role requires strong leadership skills to ensure residents' social and emotional needs are met. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Social Services and relevant experience in health care settings, with a focus on regulations like Medicare and Medicaid.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401 (k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.
• Registered with the Academy of Certified Social Workers or a member of the National Association of Social Workers.
• Active CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop assessments and written plans of care for residents.
• Participate in discharge planning and communicate with families.
• Prepare and maintain the department’s annual budget.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations

Assessment development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Social Services Director - Bend Transitional Care

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Social Service Director

Status: Full-Time

Location: Bend Transitional Care- 900 NE 27th St. Bend, OR 97701

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The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our facility’s Social Services Department to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met and maintained.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.
• Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS’s and nurses’ notes and attending meetings.
• Effectively communicate information concerning a patient’s condition with other departments and government agencies.
• Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.
• Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.
• Assist in preparing and planning the department’s annual budget, and maintain throughout the year.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.
• Registered with the Academy of Certified Social Workers or a member of the National Association of Social Workers.
• Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, Kaiser and private insurances.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification
  
  

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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