Director of Social Services

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Job Responsibilities: Participate in planning related to resident, family, and community interests. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, arranging transportation, etc., as necessary, coordinating activities with other departments as necessary. Promotes optimum transition of resident for appropriate and safe placement for discharge. Provides ongoing communication with resident and responsible persons of progress/status during stay. Provide information to the resident/family on Medicare/Medicaid as well as other financial assistance programs available. Provide consultation to staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve resident concerns through the development of social service programs. What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to? First-day benefits! Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) (up to 3 weeks available to new colleagues!) Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually! Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE! Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network. Fast response interview times and job offers! Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a bachelor's or master's degree in social work or a bachelor's or master's degree in a human services field (i.e. sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling and psychology.) One year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals. Experience in long-term care, working with the senior population and dementia counseling. Must be licensed as a social worker in Michigan. Must lead by example and possess superior customer service skills and professionalism. Flexibility to adapt to ongoing change and work in a fast-paced, customer driven environment. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.