Social Services Supervisor Premier Estates of Pierce - Arboreta Healthcare

Description

Social Services SupervisorPremier Estates of PiercePosition SummaryThe primary purpose of the Director of Social Services is to identify and provide for each resident/patient/patients' social, emotional and psychological needs, and to continuing development of the resident/patients full potential during his/her stay at the facility and to assist in the planning of his/her discharge

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident/patient assessments.
• Involve the resident/patient/family in planning social service programs when possible.
• Refer resident/patient/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident/patient.
• Provide information to resident/patient/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident/patient
• Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident/patient through the development of social service programs.
• Review and develop a plan of correction for social service deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator.
• Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator of action(s) taken.
• Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Budget Quality Assessment and Assurance, etc.) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator.
• Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of resident/patient discharge plans.
• Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning social service programs and activities

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Master's Degree in Social work preferred.
• Two (2) years equivalent experience in social work.
• Previous health care experience preferred.
• Must meet any state and/or Federal requirements for this position.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other employees and personnel of other community agencies.
• Must have demonstrated skills in communication, documentation, assessment and social work methods techniques.
• Must have knowledge of State and Federal guidelines.
• Demonstrates self-confidence.
• Ability to work flexible hours, as admission responsibilities may dictate.

Working at Arboreta Healthcare is more than a job.

Our team members are the heart and soul of our facilities, providing our patients and residents with compassionate care, attention, and a sense of belonging to a community.

You are our most important resource, and your passion for caring is critical to our successWhen it comes to caring for people, every day is different, and your opportunities with Arboreta are plentiful.

We offer patients and their families four unique service lines, giving our team members the chance to care for people of all ages.

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