Director of Social Services

About the Company FEEL GOOD ABOUT HELPING OTHERS FEEL BETTER A job with Kindred Healthcare offers some things you'd expect, and some you might not. There's the salary, of course, and security and benefits plus the pride you take in working for a company that's a nationally recognized leader in healthcare. But there's also the feedback you get, the hugs, the handshakes, the smiles, and even the tears of gratitude from the people you care for with your heart as well as with your hands. So consider a career with Kindred it's rewarding on many levels. About the Opportunity Get to know our residents and their families to give them the kind of psychosocial support they need to cope with what is often a very difficult time for them. Train your staff to offer the care needed from assessment at admission through change in condition to potential discharge. Responsibilities:
Ensure that residents receive psychosocial assessments at admission, upon change in condition and/or annually; direct and guide staff in conducting assessments and interventions

Provide direct psychosocial intervention; create, review and update care plan and progress notes

Assist resident's family in coping with placement in a skilled nursing facility, physical illness, disabilities of the resident and the grieving process

At admission, work with the resident, family and team members to outline goals of stay, the plan to meet those goals and discharge as appropriate

Perform management functions such as hiring, evaluating and disciplining employees

Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and resident rights

Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards, and applicable state/federal laws


Qualifications


The Director will be knowledgeable in psychosocial practices applicable in a long-term care environment and skilled at directing and motivating the staff. Will work cooperatively as a member of a team. The ability to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization is important. Must maintain confidentiality. Requires a MSSW degree, state licensing, and one year of experience in a long-term care environment.

Benefits Salary negotiable and commensurate with experience. In addition to salary package, Kindred offers a competitive benefits package. Please apply via online.

*Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-free work environment.