Social director job description

We are an organization dedicated to creating pathways to opportunity so people can live to their full potential. We center our work on education, immigration reform, the environment, health, with justice as our goal. We use a wide range of tools and strategies - partnering with entrepreneurs and experts, makers and policymakers, advocates, and creatives - to build and execute innovative solutions that will spur change and promote equality.

In order to address national and global-scale problems, we employ a wide range of tools and strategies. We believe that a combination of Philanthropy and Venture Capital can support the greatest leaps of innovation. This model allows us to deploy resources in the most flexible way for the greatest impact.
The Opportunity

The Philanthropy team at Emerson Collective (EC) supports nonprofits that are working to build a more just and equitable future for individuals and communities. Reporting to the Managing Director of Philanthropy, the Portfolio Director, Social Innovation will lead the Social Innovation portfolio, which consistently aims to be flexible and dynamic in its approach and grantmaking. The Philanthropy team supports nonprofit partners that are undertaking critical and innovative work outside of EC's core focus areas (noted above) including, but not limited to: financial justice, gun violence prevention, food access, and responsiveness to emerging situations. The Portfolio Director will work across a variety of issue areas, helping to shape philanthropic investment strategy, conduct research and due diligence on potential partners and new areas of investment, and advise and support grant partners. Importantly, the Portfolio Director will collaborate across issue areas and teams at EC. Because this is a generalist role by definition, EC needs a strong professional who understands the interconnected nature of many issues, and can easily switch gears among topics, strategies and organizations.

Learn more about the Emerson Collective's philanthropy work here.
Role and ResponsibilitiesConduct regular landscape scans of issue areas, which would include consulting with key partners in those respective spaces Design and execute grantmaking strategies for the Social Innovation portfolio, including identifying priority issues, gaps, and key organizations Lead due diligence on potential partner organizations; this includes researching organizations, leading diligence meetings and calls, analyzing financial documents, evaluating potential for success and strategic alignment, summarizing findings, making strategic recommendations, and regularly presenting investment recommendations to EC's philanthropic decision-making committee Provide guidance and hands-on support to EC partners in the Social Innovation portfolio; this includes proactively identifying new connections or collaboration opportunities across the EC portfolio, as well as within EC's support system (e.g., convening, advocacy, communications, capacity building) Conduct research and landscape analyses to assess and recommend potential new areas for support that reflect EC's creative approach to funding Stay abreast of developments in various fields in order to put the work of EC's current partners into context Provide thought leadership and convene partners, experts, and other thought leaders, particularly those with local knowledge and first-hand experience, when there are opportunities to advance the work of EC or the field Actively collaborate with and leverage other EC teams and initiatives Work collaboratively with the Managing Director, other Portfolio Directors, and Analysts
Candidate ProfileProfile of the Successful CandidateEmerson Collective is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and seeks to continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce to promote effective work in partnership with all communities and population groups that it serves. EC seeks a leader who is dedicated to promoting philanthropy and improving the quality of human lives around the globe. In addition, EC seeks candidates with a demonstrated track record of commitment to the power of philanthropy and civic action; strong curiosity and the desire to continue learning; and, a collegial work style. Most importantly, the successful candidate will have a strong sense of humility and a sense of humor. In its work, EC prioritizes professionals who understand power dynamics between funders and grant partners because, in making social change, ecosystems and leadership are what matter. The successful candidate will have high standards in their work, be very pragmatic, and will be comfortable with ambiguity and “gray areas.” Within this framework, EC seeks a Portfolio Director, Social Innovation with the following attributes: Significant leadership experience at a non-profit organization, foundation, or government entity Excellent oral and written communication Strong analytical skills, including experience conducting research, analyzing data, synthesizing information, and making strategic recommendations Proven ability to manage and provide leadership in multiple external relationships with high levels of empathy and responsiveness Ability to manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities within a fast-paced environment Ability to be efficient, balancing that instinct with the ability to be thoughtful about the deployment of significant resources Comfortable taking on new tasks or projects with little direction and adjusting course quickly in response to feedback Experience in working in the nonprofit environment preferred Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, Master's degree preferred
Location and Timeframe

Emerson Collective is a Bay Area-based organization with offices in Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, Oakland, Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. This position is located in Palo Alto, CA.

We seek to have someone in place in Winter 2022/early Spring 2023.

What we offer

A mission-driven, diverse, and inclusive environment that focuses on learning and growing. We offer excellent benefits and perks designed for your well-being and a healthy work-life balance. These include flexible paid time off, competitive health insurance, a generous retirement savings plan, paid parental leave, commuter benefits, mental health and family care benefits, lunch in the office, book club, weekly yoga, a new iPhone and iWatch, time off to volunteer, participation in social justice events, and more.

The salary for this role is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.

Please note that we are onsite four days per week.

Emerson Collective requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with a primary series (2 doses of Moderna or Pfizer, or one of J&J) and the most recent booster recommended for you by the CDC.

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a role if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is unlikely that someone checks every single box on a job description. If most of this job description describes you, then we welcome your application.

Building a diverse and inclusive workforce is key to our mission and values as we strive to create systemic change and open possibilities for all of the communities we serve. To that end, we provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Come join our awesome team as the Director of Social Services at Bethesda Care Center. We are offering generous benefits!

Bethesda Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.
Director of Social Services Job Highlights:

* 403(b) Retirement Plan;
* Career scholarships;
* Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

About the job:

The Director of Social Services will organize and direct social services functions through direct service with the resident and family throughout pre‑admission and admission processes, resident adjustment, ongoing and discharge services.

Hours: 8am - 4:30pm-Occassional weekends

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* LSW-Licensed Social Worker
* Minimum of one year of social work experience.
* Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, such as during evenings and weekends, for planned activities and special events, family meetings and conferences, and as necessary, to facilitate admission calls, admissions and tours.

Preferred Skills:

* Long-term healthcare setting experience; knowledge of long-term healthcare and public health settings.
* Familiarity with Federal and State regulations and requirements for long-term care.

Upon being hired, you will be asked to provide proof of your COVID vaccination or you may complete an exemption application for medical or religious reason. We care about the safety and health of all our residents and staff. To help keep everyone safe, we have implemented COVID-19 protocols.

Essentials:

* Manage "on-call" schedule with other social work staff by pre-arrangement to cover facility for weekends/evenings admissions per Executive Director
* Negotiation skills and ability to carry on several levels of reasoning at once during problem solving sessions; ability to think quickly and to write contracts and complex written arguments.
* Ability to work with residents of varying levels of responsiveness.
* Familiarity with word processing, data processing and computer entry skills to match existing clinical management software at facility.
* Ability to perform several job functions at once.
* Ability to apply principles of personnel administration to interviewing, selection and supervision of employees, and in monitoring department activities.
* Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

About Bethesda Care Center:

Bethesda Care Center is a skilled nursing community located in Fremont, Ohio, a great city with a variety of entertaining things to do, and a prosperous center of business for several different goods and services. At our senior care center, we offer compassionate, personalized long-term care, memory support, short-term rehabilitation, and end-of-life care to our senior community, and work to create an environment that makes everyone feel at home. We support our employees in bringing their determination and positive energy to the workplace, constantly inspiring our community and providing joy to those who may need it the most.

In our 2022 Great Place to Work survey, employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job".

Take pride in helping others, and join us today.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

**_Activity Director / Social Enrichment Director_**

**_Bring your heart to work! Caring people make the difference at American Senior Communities!_**

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for **_C.A.R.E_** **.,** they are our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly delivered patient centered care since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. The foundation of our senior living communities is based on the knowledge that we'll be part of your neighborhood for many, many years. We take great pride in our hospitality and it is ingrained in everything we do. As partners in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.

**_What will you be doing and how will you make a difference at American Senior Communities?_**

The Social Enrichment Director manages and assumes administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for a program of therapeutic activities designed to meet the interests and enhance the functional abilities and self-esteem of each resident in the facility in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.

**_Our commitment to our team for full-time employees:_**

+ PayActiv - Have immediate access to up to 50% for your pay

+ Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available - Plans starting as low as $20 a week

+ Tuition assistance and up to $500 for certifications

+ Telehealth options also available

+ Nurse & CNA preceptor program - Become a mentor and get paid!

+ Grow our staff thru the O2NE program that offers fully paid LPN or RN higher education and training

+ 401k

+ Paid Time Off

+ Generous Employee Referral Program

+ Workforce Chaplains: Confidential, non-denomination resource available for anyone in the ASC family

**_Requirements:_**

+ High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

+ Two years' experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, with one year of full-time employment in a patient Activities program in a health care setting

+ Licensure &/or certification to include:

+ Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant; OR

+ Satisfactory completion of Activities Director training; OR

+ Successful completion of a state approved or a Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program; OR

+ CNA competency evaluation program approved by the State.

_We are committed to the safety and health of our team members, residents and families we serve. As such, ASC is proud to have implemented a mandatory vaccination policy, requiring COVID-19 vaccination(s) for all employees and new hires. In accordance with our mission to compassionately serve every resident with quality care and excellence, we firmly believe that vaccinating all employees is essential for our customer's safety and health. New hires, including rehires, will need to show evidence of full vaccination on or before start or receive their first dose or one dose vaccine prior to start date._

_As such, we are asking those candidates who wish to request an exemption from being required to be vaccinated, submit a request for their exemption through the process outlined in the electronic onboarding paperwork. Should you have any questions regarding this, please speak with your recruiting contact directly._

We are Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)