Kaiser Permanente - Vallejo, CA
posted 7 months ago
The Assistant Manager of Social Services plays a crucial role in supporting the Manager or Director of Social Services by overseeing the daily operations of the Social Services department or specific programs within a Home Health or hospice setting. This position is responsible for managing social service programs, providing clinical and administrative supervision to licensed social workers, and developing budgets and service plans. The Assistant Manager will implement quality management and improvement programs, as well as develop and enforce policies, procedures, and clinical standards for social services. In this role, the Assistant Manager will assist in planning, developing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating social services policies and procedures. They will be involved in the delivery of social work programs and services, ensuring quality management and fiscal responsibility while planning patient and community services. The Assistant Manager will manage staff across multiple departments and locations, ensuring their competencies and providing clinical leadership and supervision. The position also requires the development and monitoring of quality management programs for social services, assessing staff development needs, and presenting educational services that support high-quality social work delivery. Additionally, the Assistant Manager will manage departmental budgets, identify opportunities for service improvement, and collaborate with human resources to resolve employee performance issues. They will also participate in grant proposal development, identify community resources, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance service delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.