Licensed Social Worker

NHS Management, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to oversee and implement social service programs. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and possess previous healthcare experience. This role requires strong communication skills and a positive attitude towards care for the elderly and disabled. Benefits include competitive wages, health insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
• Ability to meet Federal and State required Certification/Licensure for intended facility.
• Previous Experience in Healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct social services programs.
• Ensure an ongoing quality assurance program, developing appropriate plans for corrections.
• Consult and coordinate social services activities with administration, medical and nursing services.
• Consult with, coordinate social services activities with administration, medical and nursing services, consultants and other related departments, and implement changes as required.
• Ensure that necessary forms, reports and progress notes are properly completed and contain informative descriptions of the services provided and the residents’ responses to the services.
• Participate in community planning, development and implementation of social care plans, resident assessments and discharge planning to meet the needs of the facility, the residents and their families.
• Coordinate the social services programs with the residents, their families, staff members and community agencies through interviews, consultations and direct involvement in the programs.
• Provide information to residents and their families concerning available support agencies and financial assistance programs to meet the needs of the residents.
• Maintain incident and accident reports related to behavior management and elopement.
• Maintain effective relationships and open communication with residents, families, staff, community and outside healthcare resources.
• Participate in pre-admission planning and placement of residents in the facility.

Skills

Ability to deal tactfully

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude towards elderly and disabled

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

JOB DETAILS

Working with us means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on our patients’ lives each and every day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from many different conditions. As you care for and help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, supervise and direct the social services programs and activities.
• Ensure an ongoing quality assurance program, develop, and implement appropriate plans to correct deficiencies.
• Implement social service interventions that achieve treatment goals, address resident needs, link social supports, physical care and physical environment to enhance quality of life.
• Consult with, coordinate social services activities with administration, medical and nursing services, consultants and other related departments, and implement changes as required.
• Ensure that necessary forms, reports and progress notes are properly completed and contain informative descriptions of the services provided and the residents’ responses to the services.
• Participate in community planning, development and implementation of social care plans, resident assessments and discharge planning to meet the needs of the facility, the residents and their families.
• Coordinate the social services programs with the residents, their families, staff members and community agencies through interviews, consultations and direct involvement in the programs.
• Provide information to residents and their families concerning available support agencies and financial assistance programs to meet the needs of the residents.
• Maintain incident and accident reports related to behavior management and elopement.
• Maintain effective relationships and open communication with residents, families, staff, community and outside healthcare resources.
• Participate in pre-admission planning and placement of residents in the facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
• Ability to meet Federal and State required Certification/Licensure for intended facility as required
• Previous Experience In Healthcare Preferred
• Ability to deal tactfully and positively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public
• Must have patience, tact, enthusiasm, and positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Elite Low Cost Gold Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation

EOE

Job Ref #: 4173f4b6-c922-4cd6-8c63-a62b7803c02a

Date Posted: 2025-10-10