This position may not be currently open at one of the Carespring buildings but by applying here, you will be considered when/if a position becomes available based on where the facility of need is located and your listed home address. If you have questions, please contact the recruiter.
Come join our team as the Social Services Director – Licensed Social Worker at our state of the art, skilled nursing facility. The position coordinates the social services department to promote the psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional well-being of residents, families and staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Possesses good communication and listening skills to identify the social, emotional, and financial needs of each short-term skilled patient and long term care resident
Oversees the daily functioning of the Social Service Designee.
Provide services to residents/families to assist with the adjustment process and problem-solving regarding meeting social, emotional, and financial needs.
Assists in the implementation of Room and Roommate Changes
Attends the Medicare Meetings or designate social service designee
Coordinates discharge planning for patients by arranging for follow up community services, home health referrals and alternative placements,
Acts as an advocate for residents and families in regard to resident rights issues.
Conducts in-services to educate staff as to the emotional and social needs of residents, and to teach methods for dealing with residents and families.
Columbus, Ohio
Full Time