Social Services Director

Prestige Healthcare

Experience: 1+ yrs
Location: Ripley, Tennessee, United States
Job type: Full-time

About the role

Experienced Social Services Director

Facility: Ripley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Embark on a fulfilling healthcare career with us and become part of a team that truly values your contributions. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

Why Choose Ripley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?

Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.

Key Benefit Package Options?

Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
Pet Insurance: Three options available
Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
Retirement Savings with 401K.
HSA and FSA options
Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Start rewarding and stable career with Ripley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center today!

Summary:

The Social Services Director provides psychosocial support to residents and their families.

Qualifications:

Education:

BSSW, MSSW preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

Licensing as required by the state of employment.

Experience:

One year of experience in a long-term care environment.

Job Functions:

Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
Creates, reviews, and updates care plan and progress notes.
Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
Coordinates resident visits with outside services, dental, optical, etc.
Attends and documents resident council meetings.
Assists resident’s families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process.
Works with the patient, family and other team members to plan discharge.
Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights.
Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants.
Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment.
Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.

About Prestige Healthcare

Provides skilled nursing and long-term rehabilitation care services.

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