Coastal Manor is on the lookout for a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Director of Social Services to join our dedicated team! We are a cozy 39-bed facility located in the heart of downtown Yarmouth, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and engaging recreational activities for our long-term and short-term care residents.

**Position Overview:**

The Director of Social Services plays a vital role in supporting the Administrator to effectively plan, organize, develop, and oversee the operations of the social services department.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Plan, develop, organize, and implement the social services programs within the facility.

• Foster strong working relationships with all department staff and external communities to ensure our social services programs effectively meet the residents' needs.

• Assist in the development, administration, and coordination of departmental policies and procedures.

• Stay updated on federal and state regulations concerning social services and recommend necessary changes to facility policies.

• Participate in the quality assurance committee and other committees as assigned.

• Engage in community planning that reflects the interests of the facility and the service needs of our residents.

• Contribute to resident assessments and aid in developing, implementing, and planning social service care and discharge strategies with resident and family involvement.

• Provide residents and their families with information regarding MaineCare, Medicare, and other available financial assistance programs.

• Maintain strong relationships with medical professionals and health-related organizations.

• Ensure confidentiality of all resident health information, safeguarding their rights.

• Address complaints and grievances, reporting them to department managers or the administrator as necessary.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of our residents, we invite you to apply and become part of our team at Coastal Manor!

Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Social Worker in the State of Maine.

Required Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive professional attitude

• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner

• Exceptional judgement and active foresight

• Self-motivated and self-directed