Social Services Director

Social Services Director

Larkin Chase is seeking a full time Social Services Director! At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• The Social Services Director oversees the operation of the nursing center Social Services Department according to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations, policies and procedures, and standards of care for specialty practice.
• This position is responsible for fostering a climate, policies, and routines that enable patients / residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity. This climate shall provide patients / residents with the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.
• May directly supervise two or more Social Services staff.
• Accountable for Social Services practice, measuring outcomes to interventions, and departmental productivity.
• Assures that a psychosocial assessment is completed for each patient / resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths.
• Ensures that patient / resident discharge goals are identified at admission and documented accordingly. Assesses each patient / resident for discharge.
• Educate staff regarding the role of Social Services and the psychosocial needs of patients / residents and their families / significant others including the problems of aging and disability.

Qualifications

Benefits

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.