Director Of Social Services - Full Time , Exempt

Social Services Director

At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.

This position is responsible for directing and supervising the day-to-day operations of the social service department of their respective Life Plan Community Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, organizes, manages, and evaluates their location's Social Services department and staff (if applicable)
• Completes daily administrative paperwork including but not limited to budgeting, community planning, problem solving, assessments
• Documents in residents' charts regarding pertinent information to conform with EverTrue policy and state and federal regulations. Reviews documentation for compliance
• Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement
• Initiates and attends resident care plans as needed if no social services coordinator
• Addresses and assists in solving residents' and family concerns
• Develops a referral network within the community for available resources for residents and families
• Manages the Medicaid case load for the respective life plan community or licensed level of living
• May conduct closings in AL/ALMC and care center
• Develops and changes departmental policies and procedures as needed.
• Assists in supporting other departments as needed to benefit the resident and family

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field of study required; Master's Degree preferred
• Two or more years of related work experience required
• Prior experience working in long term care preferred
• Social Work License (LCSW or LSW) preferred
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in regard to fellow employees, resident, families, and outside agencies
• General understanding and knowledge of geriatrics
• Ability to adjust to daily interruptions and re-arrange schedule due to resident, family and facility needs.

Physical Activities and Demands; Working Conditions:

The physical activities and demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The working conditions involve a well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat); Possible exposure to combative residents; Minimal exposure to chemicals and hazardous waste; Minimal exposure to outside weather conditions; Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.

EverTrue Pay & Benefits:

Pay grade: D ($57,000.00/year to $91,000.00/year)

Eligible for shift differentials: No.

For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.

All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.

Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.

Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.

Additional Information:

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