Director of social work job description

At FutureCare, our Director of Social Work play a critical role in advocating for our residents and improve access to health care services provided within our FutureCare facilities. They provide support through crisis intervention and promote good health and wellbeing for our residents. We provide Clinical Supervision to ensure that FutureCare standards and quality are delivered at the highest level of competency.

Voted 10 years in a row in The Baltimore Sun as a "Top Workplace" and recognized in US Newsweek's publication as "Best Nursing Home", FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We embrace cultural diversity within our facilities and are known for recognizing hard work and dedication. Our team members are rewarded for their compassion and care. We offer a competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance, and a 401K Plan.
* $5,000 Sign-On Bonus, plus Flexible Schedule Options!*

Responsibilities

* Coordinates and supervises medically related social services provided by the facility's staff to assist residents in maintaining or improving their ability to manage their everyday physical, mental, and psychosocial needs
* Supervises programs designated to the Social Work Department
* Participates in daily meetings with the interdisciplinary team
* Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents, their families, and significant others as necessary in coping with the effects of illness, disability, treatments and stay in the facility
* Addresses advance directives and assists in the determination of the appropriate medical decision maker
* Provides individual, family and group services designed to maximize psychosocial well-being
* Promotes actions by staff members that maintain or enhance each resident's rights and dignity in full recognition of each resident's individuality
* Assists in the development of an interdisciplinary plan of care for residents
* Provides support and grief counseling as indicated.
* Oversees and coordinates the process of discharge planning to all other settings

Qualifications

* Must have either a bachelor's degree (required) and/or master's degree (highly preferred) in Social Work
* Must possess a current valid Maryland Social Work license
* Experience in a skilled nursing or sub-acute health care setting is preferred
* Management experience in an interdisciplinary setting is preferred
* The ability to lead and develop the department and its staff members
* The ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team
* Excellent interpersonal skills to appropriately relate to residents, their families, and community agency personnel
* Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines and proven ability handling distractions well
* Ability to navigate and provide detailed documentation in an electronic health record system

Stay abreast of all special education laws (IDEA, PL 94-142, PL 99-459) and civil rights Laws (Section 504 and Americans with a Disability Act) and the implications of these laws for Head Start programs; provide this information to staff; document mandates of IDEA and Head Start Performance Standards

Coordinate and process referrals for special education diagnostic evaluations

Coordinate the development of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for children with disabilities in conjunction with appropriate qualified professionals, the child's teacher, parent/guardian, and other staff

In collaboration with school staff promote school readiness, individualization, and inclusion for children with disabilities by providing technical assistance, coaching and mentoring, and ongoing training

Work with staff and families to develop, implement, and document the transition of children from special education programs. Conduct end-of-the-year Individual Family Service Plan/Individual Education Plan (IFSP/IEP) reviews for children transitioning to kindergarten (Turning 5 Process)

Work with staff to coordinate accommodations and adaptations. Provide guidance and developmentally appropriate strategies to maximize successful inclusion and continuity of care for children with disabilities.

Maintain strong working partnerships with service providers including Memorandums of Understanding

Assist family and other social workers with coordinating services and ensure timely access to resources and services for high-need children and/or families

Participate in all team meetings and planning sessions to assist in the coordination of program services

Ensure the program’s computerized database and record-keeping systems for the disabilities service area are updated and maintained

Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Social Work

• Valid New York State (LMSW) or (LCSW) license and registration required

• At least three years of experience preferred

• Ability to work closely with children between the ages of 2-5

• Comfortable communicating with family or caregivers of children

• Candidates must possess the necessary license, registration or certification to provide early intervention services.

• Bilingual Spanish speaking candidates encouraged to apply

Working with us means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on our patients' lives each and every day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from many different conditions. As you care for and help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way.
We are in search of a qualified licensed Social Worker

+ Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, supervise and direct the social services programs and activities.

+ Ensure an ongoing quality assurance program, develop, and implement appropriate plans to correct deficiencies.

+ Implement social service interventions that achieve treatment goals, address resident needs, link social supports, physical care and physical environment to enhance quality of life.

+ Consult with, coordinate social services activities with administration, medical and nursing services, consultants and other related departments, and implement changes as required.

+ Ensure that necessary forms, reports and progress notes are properly completed and contain informative descriptions of the services provided and the residents' responses to the services.

+ Participate in community planning, development and implementation of social care plans, resident assessments and discharge planning to meet the needs of the facility, the residents and their families.

+ Coordinate the social services programs with the residents, their families, staff members and community agencies through interviews, consultations and direct involvement in the programs.

+ Provide information to residents and their families concerning available support agencies and financial assistance programs to meet the needs of the residents.

+ Maintain incident and accident reports related to behavior management and elopement.

+ Maintain effective relationships and open communication with residents, families, staff, community and outside healthcare resources.

+ Participate in pre-admission planning and placement of residents in the facility.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Social WorkMust meet Federal and State required Certification/Licensure for intended facility as required Previous experience in healthcare preferred Ability to deal tactfully and positively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public Must have patience, tact, enthusiasm, and positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English

We offer the following benefits for you and your family:

+ Competitive Wages

+ Elite Low Cost Gold Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance

+ Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance

+ 401K with company match

+ Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation

EOE

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