What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Director position at Putnam Care Center?
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, Genesis policies and procedures, and standards of care for specialty practice.
Benefits
- $24.00 - $36.00 / hour
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
- Inclusive workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
- Variable compensation plans
- Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance
- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
Position Highlights
- Directly supervise two or more members of the Social Services staff.
- Foster a climate, policies, and routines that enable patients/residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity and the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.
- 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.
- Identify and monitor community changes and opportunities such as legislation, regulations, and programs that impact nursing home patients/residents.
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Genesis HealthCare is a leading provider of healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you - passionate, highly skilled and motivated to make a difference.
Our mission: We improve the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality healthcare and everyday compassion.
- We Care Deeply about YOU! Guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program, we foster a culture of care and compassion. We focus on improving the quality of care through creativity and innovation, honesty and integrity in all we do.
- We Develop YOU! We provide career ladders, education and training opportunities so you can build a long and successful career with Genesis.
- We Appreciate YOU! We value your contributions to the Genesis mission and vision and instill an environment of teamwork and enjoyment in working together. We recognize and celebrate our shared successes.
- We are Committed to YOU! We know you are the vital link between Genesis, our patients and residents! We inspire you to be your best self.
- We Protect YOU! We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or human services degree is required.
- Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to practice in long term care.
Compensation: $24.00 - $36.00 / hour
Salary : $24 - $36