Regional Social Service Director

Aviata Health Group is looking for a qualified Regional Director of Social Services to join our family! Must live in Florida and live within a 100 mile radius of Clearwater, FL. Must be willing to travel. We are searching for a Regional Director of Social Services to join our community that is resident and family focused, a team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a facility culture. The primary purpose of your job position is to be responsible for providing services to respond to the emotional needs of the residents and their families. If you are team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to care for our residents, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Benefits Pay rate: Competitive pay. Access to online learning 24/7: Use it for free to help satisfy your personal and leadership development. 401k with a match! Health insurance for the entire family! Ask me about our Work Life Balance vacation plan! Major Responsibilities Provide coverage, stabilization and progression of the social service department during times of vacancies and on-boarding of newly hired leaders. Conduct an assessment of the social service department systems/processes in place at the care centers they are supporting to ensure compliance with company, state, and Federal regulatory practices. Consults management staff in developing that focuses on all aspects of social service operations, including setting priorities and job assignments. Monitors each department's activities, communicates policies, evaluates performance, provides feedback, and assists, observes, coaches and disciplines as needed. Conduct a leadership evaluation of the care center department heads to determine and create a plan to upgrade and or develop talent where identified. Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures. Implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Participate in discharge planning; development and implementation of social care plans; and resident assessments. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Review and develop a plan of correction for social service deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Executive Director/LNHA. Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, standards of practice, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality social service. Conduct and document a social services evaluation, including identification of resident problems/needs. Maintain communications with caseworkers. Provide social work consultation to residents, families, and staff, as required. Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results. Minimum Qualifications Must possess, as a minimum, a Bachelors Degree and either a LSW or MSW from an approved school of Social Work. Minimum of one (3) year experience on a skilled nursing and rehab facility. Demonstrated ability to assess resident needs, develop, and implement a plan of care and coordinate the discharge planning process. Must possess knowledge of accreditation standard and compliance requirements. Must be a member in good standing in the National Association of Social Workers. You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done. About the Company We strive to create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and understood. Our leadership teams embrace our "people first" philosophy. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.