Licensed Social Worker

*Licensed Social Worker* *Waco, Texas* Exceptional career opportunity for a Social Services Director.
Competitive pay, benefits and stable career growth.
Start a better career with us! At *Jeffrey Place Healthcare*, Our commitment is to provide love, attention and optimal care one resident at a time.
We realize consistently fulfilling this commitment depends on the success of caring professionals like you, who build their careers with us.
Together, we’re setting the standard in the delivery of rehabilitation, quality post-acute services and long-term care.
*Career Advantages We Offer FT Employees:* * Medical, vision and dental insurance * Employer-paid life insurance * Paid time off * Paid holidays * Flexible schedule * Long term growth and advancement opportunities * And more….
*POSITION SUMMARY:* Under the direct supervision of the Administrator, the Director of Social Services acts as a resident advocate and plans, organizes, and directs the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* * Develop, implement, and direct all social services functions * Ensure an ongoing Quality Assurance program and develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct deficiencies * Consult with and coordinate social services activities with other 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, discharge assessments and discharge plans that meet the needs of the facility, the residents and their families * Coordinate social services programs with the residents and 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.
* Assist in recruiting, selecting, and supervising social services personnel; schedule department work hours including vacation and holiday schedules, and work assignments; delegate administrative authority, responsibility and accountability to other social services personnel as deemed necessary to perform assigned duties.
* Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity, and respect, know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules; monitor social services to ensure that the residents’ emotional and social needs are met; ensure that all personnel are knowledgeable about residents’ emotional and social needs * Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education programs, seminars, and training programs; attend and participate in leadership and outside training programs; attend and participate in Hazardous Communication and Universal Precautions training prior to reporting for work assignments.
* Recommend to the Administrator the equipment and supply needs of the Social Services Department, assist in the ordering and purchase of equipment, forms, and supplies, as necessary.
Forecast the needs of the department and assist in preparing and planning the Social Services Department’s budget for equipment, supplies and labor.
*SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:* Must be registered as a Certified Social Worker in good standing.
Excellent communication skills to include written, verbal and the ability to read, as well as follow oral and written direction at a level necessary to accomplish the job Demonstration of proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office and Outlook with ability to learn new applications.
Must have at least a secondary education at an approved school of Social Work and be at least 18 years old.
Must have previous experience in a supervisory capacity.
Must successfully complete a post-offer health assessment and meet all local health regulations.
Must maintain regular attendance and working long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
Competent in organizational, time management skills and able to handle multiple priorities.
Consistently demonstrate respectable judgement, strong problem solving and decision making skills.
Must perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
_*We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
*_ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Ability to Relocate: * Waco, TX 76710: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person