Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West - Seattle, WA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Seattle, WA
About the position
The Social Services Director at Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West is responsible for overseeing the Social Services Department, ensuring that the emotional and social needs of residents in a skilled nursing facility are met. This role involves planning, developing, and coordinating social services programs, working closely with residents, families, and healthcare teams to create individualized care plans that enhance the quality of life for residents.
Responsibilities
- Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.
- Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS's and nurses' notes and attending meetings.
- Effectively communicate information concerning a patient's condition with other departments and government agencies.
- Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.
- Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.
- Assist in preparing and planning the department's annual budget, and maintain throughout the year.
- Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a Human-Services related major (Social Services, Human Science, Psychology, Sociology)
- 2 - 5 years' experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.
- Registered with the Academy of Certified Social Workers or a member of the National Association of Social Workers is preferred.
- Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
- Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, Kaiser and private insurances.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career Development
- Generous employee referral program
- Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
- Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
