Social Services Supervisor

MGM Healthcare; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Take home pay up to 75% of net wages

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Job summary

The Quarters at Des Peres seeks a compassionate Social Services Supervisor to coordinate discharge planning and psychosocial care for residents in our senior living community. You will lead a team, assess residents and families, and ensure adherence to Residents' Bill of Rights.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in social work or related field, licensure, strong communication, teamwork, and ability to handle emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related human services field (preferred).
• Current State Clinical Social Work Licensure required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff at all levels.
• Ability to react decisively in emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Assure integration and coordination of social service/discharge planning within the hospital system through effective communication at all levels.
• Develop specific, measurable plans and objectives to enhance social service activities.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and reassessments for all residents and address needs of residents and families.
• Promote residents' rights and ensure adherence to the Residents' Bill of Rights.
• Interact professionally with residents and families and involve them in care planning.
• Coordinate and direct Social Service/Discharge Planning Department to meet resident needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Emergency response

Confidentiality

English proficiency

Relationship management

Ethical practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related human services field

Current State Clinical Social Work Licensure

Job description

At The Quarters at Des Peres, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. The Quarters at Des Peres partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across two states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us at The Quarters at Des Peres.

Pay, Benefits and Perks of Social Services Supervisor

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Immediately accrue PTO as you work! (full-time only)
• 6 Observed Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees

Essential Functions of Social Services Supervisor

• Assure that social service/discharge planning activities are integrated and coordinated within the hospital system by effective communication at all levels
• Develop specific, measurable, realistic plans and objectives, which enhance social service daily
• Perform psychosocial assessment and reassessment on all residents. Identify and address the psychosocial needs of residents and their families
• Perform all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluate the effectiveness of learning. Include family in teaching as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical social work and discharge planning. Interpret and promote residents’ rights and the "Residents' Bill of Rights"
• Interact professionally with resident and family and involve resident and family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Provide individual and group help for residents’ and families at times of adjustment, crisis, or need.
• Coordinate and direct Social Service/Discharge Planning Department to ensure resident needs are met and center policy is followed.
• Provide appropriate resources and support to Social Service/Discharge Planning Staff/Clinical Staff.
• Be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Maintain a good rapport and working relationship with medical staff, departments, and employees.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality.

Qualifications of Social Services Supervisor

• Bachelor’s degree in social work is preferred or a bachelor's degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals is preferred
• Current State Clinical Social Work Licensure
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff
• Good Ethical Practice
• Relationship management

EEO Statement

Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees’ legally-protected characteristics ("protected class") including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.