Responsible for Managing Psychosocial Wellbeing of all residents

Must be proficient in Careplanning

POSITION SUMMARY: Niagara Reahbilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a qualified Director of Social Work to become part of a vibrant team. Collaborate with a seasoned leadership group and a dedicated social worker. Niagara Rehabilitiation provides a friendly and nuturing environment that enables the ideal candidate to grow and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. The organization is committed to promoting work-life balance and offers attractive salary ranging from $55,000 - $75,000.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for Admissions procedure from Pre-Admission through Admission and Discharge. Responsible for managing policies and procedures for determining and assessing residents’ long range and short range goals for social, psychological, emotional and financial needs.

A. Job Knowledge and Role Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning social services programs.

2. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to plan social services for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, and infectious diseases if applicable.

3. Attends all mandatory in-services by the employee’s anniversary date.

4. Acts appropriately under the direction of the Administrator and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.

5. Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and family needs.

6. Communicates and observes the Corporate Compliance Program effectively and complies with Code of Conduct when performing work functions.