SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR (LMSW) (LCSW)

Classification and Pay Salaried Exempt

Reports to Administrator

Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organization’s goals, the primary purpose of the Social Services Director, LMSW is to assist the Administrator to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Social Services Department. Success in this position is measured by compliance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility. Additionally, success is measured through patient quality outcomes.

Job Duties

• Participate in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing of the social service programs of the facility
• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations and make recommendations for changes in facility policies and procedures to the department director or Administrator
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the patient/resident
• Participate in resident assessments, development and implementation of social care plans, and discharge planning
• Interview patients/residents/families as necessary in a private setting.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Display attention to detail
• Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
• Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
• Exceptional judgment and active foresight
• Self-motivated and self-directed

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This LMSW position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. Although this is generally a Monday through Friday position, there will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Alvin, TX 77511 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alvin, TX 77511: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person