Social Services Director - Care & Discharge Leader

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehab; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership and aCollaboratn

Employee appreciation and recognition

Opportunities for professional growth

Benefits available based on eligible

Job summary

Flint Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation in Newark, Ohio is seeking a Social Services Director to advocate for residents and support them throughout their stay. You will assess social and emotional needs, coordinate admissions, care planning, and discharge, and collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to address concerns.

Join a team that values compassionate care, teamwork, and resident rights, with opportunities for professional growth and recognition of contributions.

Qualifications

• Education and credentials appropriate for the role and applicable requirements.
• Social services experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of care planning, discharge planning, and community resources.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
• A compassionate approach to working with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ social and emotional needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Support residents and families through admissions, care planning, and discharge.
• Coordinate discharge arrangements, community resources, and referrals.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, preferences, and quality of life.
• Work closely with nursing, therapy, and other departments to address concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely assessments and documentation.
• Participate in care conferences and help families understand available services.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Follow-through

Compassionate approach

Education

Education and credentials for social services

Job description

Flint Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation in Newark, Ohio is seeking a Social Services Director to advocate for residents and support them throughout their stay. You will assess social and emotional needs, coordinate admissions, care planning, and discharge, and collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to address concerns.

Join a team that values compassionate care, teamwork, and resident rights, with opportunities for professional growth and recognition of contributions.