Social Services Director

Social Services Director – Oakwood Gardens Care Center

Oakwood Gardens Care Center is seeking a Social Services Director to join our compassionate and dedicated team. This is a key role in helping our residents and their families navigate the challenges of long-term care, improve quality of life, and access essential resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a course of action by exploring options and setting goals with residents and families.
• Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence, and well-being.
• Provide medically related social services to support each resident's physical, mental, and psychosocial health.
• Evaluate social, family, psychological, and emotional needs; develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provide emotional support for residents and families, including coping with disabilities, health concerns, or grief.
• Assist residents with healthcare decisions, personal shopping, and inventory/tracking of personal belongings.
• Coordinate response to lost or missing belongings and facilitate community/social service resources as needed.
• Arrange for prosthetics, assistive devices, and ancillary services (optometry, podiatry, dental, psychiatric).
• Lead discharge planning with agencies and individuals to ensure smooth transitions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of resident social services status and progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet the psychosocial needs of each resident.
• Provide in-service training for staff as requested.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services required; MSW preferred.

• Experience: At least 2 years of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals.

• Skills:

  • Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, policy manuals, and communicate clearly.

  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

  • Experience with PCC (PointClickCare) preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, pushing/pulling, reaching, and communicating with residents/staff.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Work environment is typically low to moderate in noise level.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Why Join Us

At Oakwood Gardens Care Center, you'll be part of a supportive, resident-focused team committed to providing high-quality care. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of residents and their families every day.

Apply Today! Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents.