Social Services Director

Company: Carmichael PostAcute Care
Location: Carmichael
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionCarmichael PostAcute Care is looking for a Full-Time Social Worker to assist in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents/families, to assist them in coping with problems related to illness and disability, and to enable residents/families to utilize medical and support services available in order to achieve their optimal level of functioning.The ideal candidate should have previous experience in skilled care, and long-term care.Performs social service functions, as a member of interdisciplinary team, liaison to advocacy agencies, and support resource to residents, families and peers. Accountable to the Clinical Manager of the Unit for day to day operations and social services activities, to assure compliance with the regulatory agencies such as California Department of Public Health, Title 22, OBRA and The Joint Commission.QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSW in Social Work or its equivalent in a Human Service related field is preferred or equivalent related experience. Social Service related experience in a health care setting desirable, such as acute care and/or rehabilitation. Experience in the provision of Social Service in LTC/SNF preferred. A working knowledge of basic services provided by various health and welfare organizations in the community. Clinical experience working with individuals, families and groups. Knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the residents served. Computer skills and knowledge of basic computer programs (must be able to prepare individual/departmental reports as position requires).Personal:
  • Ability to be part of a team, ability to present precise and meaningful reports both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to relate appropriately and effectively with others.
  • Leadership, development and teaching abilities.
  • Possesses good judgment, organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to accept and use professional supervision, consultation, and in-service training effectively.
  • Ability to work independently in the assessment and resolution of problems, as well as carry out the day to day function of the job without on site daily social work supervision.
  • Maintains professional appearance.
  • Dependable, conscientious, honest, good attitude, promotes safety.
  • Demonstrates understanding, discretion, patience, tact and diplomacy in dealing with residents, visitors, peers/staff, and administrative personnel.
  • Possess good presentation skills so as to present outcomes/results/recommendations (positive and negative) in a professional, useful and effective manner.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
  • Ability to cope with stressful situations.Apply Today!Carmichael PostAcute Care is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance. To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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