Social Services Director

Full-time - Mid Level

Issaquah, WA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Social Services Director at Avamere Health Services is responsible for overseeing the social services department within a skilled nursing facility. This role involves developing care plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication between residents, families, and other departments. The director will also participate in discharge planning and budget management while fostering a supportive and positive environment for residents and staff.

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 social services or related field.
• 2 - 5 years' experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, and private insurances.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Mentorship opportunities & Career development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
• Generous employee referral program
• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday