Social Services Director at Boise

Job Description

Social Services Director: Avamere Transitional Care and Rehab - Boise

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our facility’s Social Services Department to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met and maintained. 
 
Responsibilities:

• Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.
• Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS’s and nurses’ notes and attending meetings.
• Effectively communicate information concerning a patient’s condition with other departments and government agencies.
• Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.
• Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.
• Assist in preparing and planning the department’s annual budget, and maintain throughout the year.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

 
Qualifications and Skillsets:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• 2 – 5 years’ experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.
• Registered with the Academy of Certified Social Workers or a member of the National Association of Social Workers.
• Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, Kaiser and private insurances.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

 
The Avamere Family of Companies represents a group of independent companies dedicated to senior’s health and well-being. We take great pride in offering “a continuum of care" which allows seniors to stay independent and active. With more than forty retirement communities and skilled nursing facilities in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Colorado, the Avamere companies are responsive to the changing personal needs of seniors.

Avamere full time employee benefits package includes: medical, 401K retirement plan, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, ID theft recovery services, wellness program, and voluntary dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability and AD&D coverage.
 
To Apply visit our Careers Page at: www.teamavamere.com

Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

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Country: USA, State: Idaho, City: Boise, Company: Avamere Health Services.