social services director

Richfield Nursing and Rehab

Overview Join our dynamic team as a Social Services Director and lead the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive social service programs that empower individuals with disabilities. In this vital role, you will oversee a dedicated team, foster meaningful relationships with residents and community partners, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care. Your leadership will drive program excellence, promote behavioral health initiatives, and uphold the organization&rsquo;s mission to enhance lives through compassionate support.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and oversee innovative social service programs tailored to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities.</li><li>Manage daily operations, including staff supervision, training, and performance evaluations to ensure a motivated and effective team.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, community agencies, and healthcare providers to facilitate coordinated care.</li><li>Oversee program compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and funding requirements.</li><li>Manage program budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure efficient resource allocation to maximize service delivery.</li><li>Lead behavioral health initiatives by implementing evidence-based practices that promote positive outcomes for residents.</li><li>Supervise case management activities, ensuring individualized care plans are developed and regularly reviewed.</li><li>Coordinate staff scheduling, administrative tasks, and documentation to streamline operations and enhance resident support services.</li></ul>Experience/Education<ul><li>Proven management experience in social services or related fields with a focus on program development and supervision.</li><li>Extensive working knowledge of programs supporting individuals with disabilities and behavioral health needs.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders including residents, families, community organizations, and government agencies.</li><li>Strong administrative skills with experience in budgeting, compliance monitoring, and program management.</li><li>Supervisory experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment while fostering a collaborative work culture.</li><li>Background in social work or related behavioral health fields is highly desirable.</li><li>Prior experience working within regulatory frameworks governing social services is preferred. Join us in making a meaningful difference&mdash;lead with passion, innovate with purpose, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional care every day.</li><li>Graduate of an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in social work or extensive equivalent experience in the field.</li><li>Prior social work experience in geriatric field perferred.</li><li>Excellent time management and prioritization skills.</li><li>Must be extremely organized and proactive with ability to multi-task.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Cofidentiality with sensitive company information.</li></ul>Pay: $49,836.04 - $60,017.60 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Social Services Director

PruittHealth

JOB PURPOSE: 
Responsible for coordinating and directing Social Services in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, established procedural guidelines and as directed by the Administrator.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1. Applies standards of professional Social Service work practice.
 
2. Demonstrates knowledge and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions.
 
3. Demonstrates competency in the protection and promotion of and advocacy for residents’ rights.
 
4. Responds to resident behavioral and psychiatric issues by completing behavioral and psychosocial assessments, providing treatment recommendations and making referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health providers.
 
5. Coordinates discharge plans with residents and families.
 
6. Assists patients and families with advance directives in accordance with Federal regulations.
 
7. Resolves and tracks grievances.
 
8. Completes psychosocial assessments of residents.
 
9. Coordinates family council meetings.
 
10. Coordinates ancillary appointments as necessary.
 
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: 
For buildings with more than 120 beds: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Social work, or Human Services field such as Sociology, Gerontology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or Psychology.
 For buildings with 120 beds or less: Bachelor’s degree required.
 
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 
Minimum of one year of supervised social work experience in healthcare or long term care setting working directly with patients. Previous supervisory experience.
 
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
 MSW Preferred.
 
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
 We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!
 As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
 
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Blythewood - Social Services Director I

The Alden Network

<div>Our team of healthcare professionals is looking for a new member of our interdisciplinary team to fulfill the role of Social Service Director. We are a friendly team of professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents while having fun at work!
JOB SUMMARY
Full-time Social Services Director needed for our skilled nursing facility in northern Illinois. A four year college degree in a Human Services field of study, social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, etc preferred. The Social Service Director must be able to present themselves well in group settings and individual 1:1 sessions. An excellent command of the English language for both verbal and written skills is required.
The ability to multi-task is very important. Social Service Director candidates must possess strong leadership and time management skills and must have a strong desire to work with the variety and diversity of populations found in long and short term care facilities. Candidates with prior experience in long term care will be given preference. Salary commensurate with experience.
The Social Service Director will work a full-time schedule 8 hours daily with some weekends and some evening hours. The Social Service Director will participate in the Manager on Duty rotation. The Social Service Director must be able to accept and utilize professional direction, consultation and work harmoniously with their peers. 
There is a considerable amount of computer work as assessments are completed in the electronic medical record. Alden Terrace of McHenry has a supportive work environment rich with resources. We will train the right personality! We have a long standing history of promoting from within and have developed many leaders in the long-term care industry. We have an excellent salary and benefits package.
Come join the Alden team of professionals!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li> 
Be available to welcome new admission residents, provide support and initiate a trusting/therapeutic relationship.</li><li>
Must be able to clearly assess and document residents&rsquo; identified feelings about LTC placement (short/long-term), emotional, mental, environmental changes or physical limitations verbalized by resident (or family), which includes any observed non-verbal communications.</li><li>
Become knowledgeable of each individual resident&rsquo;s background, cultural, life history, disease, and medical care needs in detail to ensure an appropriate person-centered social service plan.</li><li>
Document interaction with and in-between resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and/or social services notes in support of resident advocacy as required by the State standards of practice.</li><li>
Prepare a plan of care for treatment with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) based on the Comprehensive Assessment for each resident. Contribute as an integral</li><li>
member of the IDT on a continual basis and at the Resident Care Plan Conferences. This also involves documenting the social/emotional/mental needs related to the resident&rsquo;s illness/disability, adjustment to placement, cognitive, emotional/mental (mood), psychosocial functioning and the absence/presence of any behaviors (verbal/nonverbal) within the supportive network, and his/her response to the treatment/rehabilitation/need for placement according to each individual residents&rsquo; case. Based upon these, the SSD will make specific recommendations to assist in the resident&rsquo;s overall care and genuine well-being within the care plan for the best IDT approach.</li><li>
Initiate, facilitate, and/or participate in the written discharge plan which states the resident&rsquo;s specific need to be in the facility or if the resident is expected to be able to function in a more independent setting. The discharge plan should include consultation with other disciplines, the family and of course the resident.</li><li>
Make supportive visits to residents, writing progress notes at least quarterly, earlier when there is a notable change in condition.</li><li>
Provide good rapport through active listening with residents who express the need to talk and must be available to provide supportive counseling and behavioral intervention/programming as identified through oneself and/or community programming. Must assist the resident to participate in individual and/or group programs and to utilize these programs to full advantage when offered in order to empower residents for better quality of life.</li><li>
SSD must act as resident advocate, as well as a liaison between the resident and his/her family, the facility and community agencies.</li><li>
Maintain adequate record system for obtaining, recording, and filing of social service information. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility&rsquo;s Quality Improvement Programs.</li><li>
Participate in the facility safety committee, as assigned.</li><li>
Supervise, educate, counsel and discipline social service staff, as needed.</li><li>
Conduct, oversee, and complete initial and all on-going assessments and MDS, CAAs and care planning initiatives, including but not limited to social, medical, cognitive, physical, neuro-psychological, behavioral, communication abilities and spiritual needs (in conjunction with/at the lead of the Activity Department), amongst others as it relates to individual social service needs.</li><li>
Entering an initial assessment note in the social service section of the chart within 48 &ndash; 72 hours of admission, completing assigned sections of the MDS and CAAs, and completing the comprehensive set of social service assessments to be completed within 14 days of admission, re-evaluation of the resident on a quarterly basis (sooner when a significant change/behavioral incident occurs), and a comprehensive re-evaluation annually.</li><li>
Assessment, intervene, document and follow-up with all behavioral incidents, as necessary.</li><li>
Complete all required documentation.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
GENERAL BENEFITS:<ul><li>
Paid Holidays</li><li>
Paid Sick Time</li><li>
Paid Time Off</li><li>
Retirement / Pension Plan</li><li>
Health Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li></ul></div>

Social Service Director

Care for the Homeless

<div>SUMMARY:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Director of Social Services provides Social Services for chronically mental ill homeless single women. Residence operates under contract to the New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and as a contract agency, has reporting responsibilities to DHS and is subject to inspections and audits by DHS, the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Coalition for the Homeless of New York City.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide ongoing supervision to the Social Services Staff.</li><li>Supervise the Case Management Services for all clients.</li><li>Provide coverage for cases if requested by the Director.</li><li>Respond to DHS inquires.</li><li>Provide overall coverage in the absence of the Director.</li><li>Meet all performance expectations established for the shelter by Care for the Homeless.</li><li>Ensure that the program meets the contractual obligations and reporting requirements of or the Department of Homeless Services. Serve as the primary program liaison to DHS (when the Director is unavailable).</li><li>Ensure adherence to DHS policies.</li><li>Monitor cases to ensure that client services are provided in a timely fashion.</li><li>Conduct case review audits and create Corrective Action Plans as needed.</li><li>Ensure that all clients are appropriately screened, evaluated, and processed for all potential entitlements.</li><li>Train Case Management staff to identify and develop strategies on how to approach service resistant clients.</li><li>Works with the Director to Act as liaison with the community and all other community stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain a healthy and safe environment for residents and staff while ensuring that residents all are moving towards attainment of supportive housing or independent living.</li><li>Serve as the primary program liaison to DHS.</li><li>Work alongside the Human Resources Department in adhering to the HR Policies and Procedures established in the Employee Handbook and</li><li>Be responsible for maintaining effective communication with the entire staff.</li><li>Works with the Director to ensure that the shelter remains in compliance with City and State regulations.</li><li>Ensure shelter maintains its contractual compliance regarding program goals and objectives.</li><li>Direct supervision of the following personnel: Case Manager, CASAC, and other staff assigned.</li><li>Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>A minimum of 3-7 years&rsquo; successful experience in the fields of: services to homeless people; clinical social work with medically frail, mentally ill, or at-risk populations. In addition, successful experience supervising clinical staff.</li><li>Master&rsquo;s level in Social Work, Mental Health Counselor or Non-Profit Business Administration, or appropriate, equal experience.</li></ul>
Skills:<ul><li>Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with emphasis on face-to-face, empathetic communication with consumers.</li><li>Exceptional leadership skills in dealing with the public, the staff and residents coupled with a personal commitment to serving the poor and disadvantaged.</li><li>Experience working with people experiencing homelessness, people with a mental health diagnosis and medically frail populations.</li></ul></div>

Director of Social Services

National HealthCare Corporation

<div>Position: Director of Social Services

Don't miss this great opportunity to join our team as Full Time Director of Social Services at NHC HealthCare Rossville.

Why NHC? 
 We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun. At NHC, we are all partners (employees) in a family &ndash; oriented work atmosphere where growth and opportunities are promoted. We provide competitive compensation with performance wage rate increases.

The qualified applicant for this position should possess:
<ul>
<li>Degree in Social Work from a school or university accredited by the council on Social Work education - preferable MSW, but BSW encouraged to apply</li>
<li>Knowledge of the medical case management process, needs of geriatric patients, health care settings, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare Part A, B, C, ad D, Medicaid, Managed Care and other private insurances</li>
<li>Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibilities efficiently and effectively</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing in a wide variety of circumstances</li>
<li>Long Term Care experienced preferred
</li></ul>Position Highlights:
<ul>
<li>Implementing a comprehensive social services program that provides support services for patients and families in the center</li>
<li>Demonstrating teamwork characteristics by building a positive team approach</li>
<li>Ensuring the quality of social services rendered by the center</li>
<li>Understanding and abiding by established policies of the health care center and interpret them to concerned parties</li>
<li>Providing direction to department in meeting center's goals and objectives</li>
</ul>
<div>Requirements: 
<ul><li>MSW preferred, BSW encouraged
</li><li>Long term care experience preferred</li></ul></div>

Benefits: 
Earned Time Off
 
Holiday Incentive Pay 
Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance 
401k with generous company contributions 
Competitive Pay 
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities 
Advancement Opportunities

Work Location: 
NHC HealthCare Rossville 
1425 McFarland Ave 
Rossville GA, 30741

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/Rossville/

EOE</div>

Director Social Services

Valencia Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center

Valencia Hills Center for Rehabilitation Healing
 
Make an impact. Build connections. Love where you work.
 
At Valencia Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, you’ll find a team that celebrates your strengths, where your work truly makes a difference every day. We’re passionate about creating a supportive, positive environment—not only for our residents, but for the people who care for them. As proud partners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, our team members also have the opportunity to join the spirited KARE KREWE of Valencia Hills—bringing big-team energy and community spirit to everything we do. If you are looking to join a caring and supportive team, we would love to meet you!
 
We are conveniently located at 1350 Sleepy Hill Rd, Lakeland, FL.
 
Why Work For Us? Because We Offer Our Employees: 
<ul>
<li>Health, Dental Vision Insurance – family plan options available</li>
<li>Shift Differentials – nurses earn up to $2 more on nights and weekends</li>
<li>Generous PTO, Holiday and Sick time– we value work/life balance</li>
<li>401k, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage– peace of mind for you and your family</li>
<li>Direct Deposit Cash Advance up to 50% of Daily Pay– get paid when YOU want</li>
<li>Wonderschool Concierge Services – childcare made simple</li>
<li>Uniforms Employee Perks Program– we’ve got you covered</li>
<li>24/7 Telehealth Benefit with Doctegrity – access to medical care and mental health support when you need it most</li>
</ul>
This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. More information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
 
#2025
 
Purpose of Your Job Position
 
The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of our Solaris HealthCare’s Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Social Services and/or Administrator, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
 
Job Functions
 
<ul>
<li>Administrative Functions</li>
<li>Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the social service programs of this Solaris HealthCare.</li>
<li>Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Keep abreast of current social service-related federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Social Services Director or Administrator.</li>
<li>Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.</li>
<li>Be able to identify medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in discharge planning, resident assessments, and development and implementation of social service care plans.</li>
<li>Interview resident/families to obtain social history information.</li>
<li>Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director as required.</li>
<li>Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.</li>
<li>Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary.</li>
<li>Refer resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when Solaris HealthCare does not provide the services or needs of the resident.</li>
<li>Provide information to resident/families re: Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in an effort to develop social service programs that will solve the needs and problems of residents.</li>
<li>Assist in the review and updating of departmental job descriptions at least annually.</li>
<li>In the absence of the Director assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the social service department.</li>
<li>Maintain a quality working relationship with medical professionals and other health related facilities and organizations.</li>
<li>Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.</li>
<li>Work with Solaris HealthCare’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.</li>
<li>Make written and oral reports/recommendations as necessary to the Director concerning the operation of the social service department.</li>
<li>Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.</li>
<li>Assist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies), and referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required.</li>
<li>Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plans for social service interventions.</li>
<li>Interpret social, psychological, and emotional needs of the resident/family to the medical staff, attending physician, and other resident care team members. Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident.</li>
<li>Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related social functions to ensure that tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator, of action(s) taken. Follow Solaris HealthCare’s established procedures.</li>
<li>Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.</li>
<li>Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the social services department.</li>
<li>Participate in Solaris HealthCare surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.</li>
<li>Ensure that social service progress notes are current, informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the resident’s response to the service.</li>
<li>Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, standards of practice, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality social service.</li>
<li>Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident.</li>
<li>Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning social service programs and activities. Meet with others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Director or Administrator Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/Solaris HealthCare information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Director, Administrator, and Privacy Officer.</li>
<li>Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.</li>
<li>Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access Solaris HealthCare’s information system.</li>
<li>Committee Functions</li>
<li>Personnel Functions</li>
<li>Staff Development</li>
<li>Safety and Sanitation</li>
<li>Equipment and Supply Functions</li>
<li>Care Plan and Assessment Functions</li>
<li>Resident Rights</li>
<li>Miscellaneous</li>
</ul>
Education
 
Preferably a bachelor’s degree in social work or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology.
 
Experience
 
Will preferably have two (2) years supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.

Social Service Associate

Good Shepherd Services

<div>Good Shepherd Services seeks a results-driven, energetic, and compassionate leader to serve as the Director of Case Management/Social Services for its 17th Street Residential Programs. This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership within a youth-centered, family-focused framework, promoting safety, permanency, and well-being for female adolescents residing in a 35-bed, 24/7 hard-to-place group residence. 
 
The Director oversees all case management services within the child welfare system, continuously assesses program strengths and areas for growth, and ensures high-quality, compliant service delivery. This position collaborates closely with internal leadership, multidisciplinary teams, and external partners including ACS, OCFS, and the Family Court system, and partners closely with the Director of Behavioral Health and Director of Residential Life to advance program goals and Good Shepherd Services&rsquo; mission.
Reports To: Vice President, Youth &amp; Family Well-Being 
Location: 337 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003 
Schedule: 35 hours per week / Exempt 
Salary: $110,000 - $125,000
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Major Duties &amp; Responsibilities:</h1>
<ul><li>Provide leadership to integrate, sustain, and continuously strengthen high-quality case management practices across the group residence.</li>
<li>Promote permanent connections for youth, including reunification, foster boarding home placement, adoption, and alternative permanent living arrangements.</li>
<li>Embed a Family Systems approach through supervision, treatment team structures, and program practices.</li>
<li>Ensure all city and state mandates and regulations are communicated, understood, and adhered to by the case planning team.</li>
<li>Oversee compliance with all mandated documentation and records related to ACS, OCFS, Family Court, permanency hearings, and Good Shepherd Services&rsquo; Impact &amp; Evaluation requirements.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with Residential Life leadership and Behavioral Health teams to address systemic and individual casework needs.</li>
<li>Participate in internal and external committees, meetings, workgroups, and task forces related to youth advocacy and child welfare.</li>
<li>Provide direct supervision to the Assistant Director of Social Services and support the Case Planning team, including assessment of training needs.</li>
<li>Partner with the FTC facilitator to center youth and family voice and choice while maintaining focus on safety, permanency, and well-being goals.</li>
<li>Work with the Impact &amp; Evaluation Department on data integrity, documentation, outcome monitoring in Connections, and required reporting.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Good Shepherd Services support departments including IT, Training, Human Resources, and Government Contracts.</li>
<li>Assist with stabilization, crisis management, respite services, and provide on-call support as needed.</li>
<li>Provide emergency coverage when required, including home visits and court appearances.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Education, Licensure, and Experience:</li>
<li>LMSW or equivalent required; LCSW preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership and managerial skills.</li>
<li>Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) preferred.</li>
<li>Experience working with adolescents and older youth in residential settings and with families.</li>
</ul>
Required Physical Demands and Work Environment:
<ul><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including possible on-call responsibilities.</li>
<li>Ability to travel throughout NYC using public transportation.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
<ul><li>Strong working knowledge of ACS child welfare systems, Family Court processes, and OCFS standards of practice.</li>
<li>Experience with Connections (CNNX), Legal Tracking System (LTS), Permanency Hearing Reports (PHR), Family Assessment and Service Plans (FASP), and Family Team Conferences (FTC).</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li>
<li>Collaborative leadership style and strong team orientation.</li>
<li>Commitment to trauma-informed, strength-based, youth and family development principles.</li></ul></div>

Director of Case Management / Social Services

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