Social Services Director

Social Services Director QUALIFICATIONS Job Descriptions Manual A Bachelors Degree in Social Work or a human services field (LSW required in TX Centers); and one year of supervised work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. In centers under 120 beds: High School Diploma or equivalent Neat is appearance Good physical and mental health Good written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good administrative and organizational abilities KnowledgeofSocialResourcesintheCommunity DegreeinPsycho/SocialHealthareapreferred Principal Responsibilities: Social Services Director CLINICAL/ADMINISTRATIVE Ensure the residents’ psychosocial and concrete needs are identified and met in accordance with federal, state and company requirements. Orient residents to the center. Discharge planning. Implement and update Resident Care Plan and Social History. Maintain records of outside referral. Assist in coordinating residents’ financial affairs. Communicate needs and plan of care to resident, families, responsible parties and appropriate staff. Participate in meetings, in-services and training as required. Meet with consultants as required Organize and Facilitate Family Council (Participate as requested by Council Members). Implement and maintain an ongoing Quality Measurement And Performance Improvement Program (QMPI) Assist with coordination of resident room moves. CONSUMER SERVICE Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech. Adheres to company standards for resolving consumer concerns. Ensures that all consumer/resident rights are protected. Organize and maintain a professional work setting