Director of Social Work

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Administrator, the Director of Social Services assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of medially relates social services that assist the residents to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well being. Services provided meet professional standards of social work practice, consistent with state and federal laws and regulations. Manages employees of the Social Service Department. Guides facility staff in matters of resident advocacy, protection and promotion of residents’ rights. In collaboration with the Administrator, allocates resources in an efficient and economic manner to provided medically related social services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EDUCATION:

Baccalaureate degree in Social Work, or human services field, including but not limited to; Sociology, Special Education, Rehabilitation counseling, or Psychology.

LICENSE:

Current, active license as a social Worker in the State of Michigan. Must have no restrictions on license.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in long-term care capacity is preferred.

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PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Successful performance of this job classification can best be achieved through consistent application of current knowledge, use of good judgement, common sense, ability to establish and carry out priorities, effective use of interpersonal skills and ongoing communication with residents, staff, families, interdisciplinary team members and government officials including State surveyors and ombudsmen.