Social Services Director - Skilled Nursing Facility - Avamere Rehab of Eugene

Social Service Director

Status: Full-Time

Location: Avamere Rehab of Eugene - 2360 Chambers Street Eugene, OR 97405

Apply at www.teamavamere.com

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Services Director to lead and manage the social services department in our skilled nursing facility.

In this vital role, you will support residents and their families through the admission process, care planning, discharge planning, and psychosocial needs.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


* Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Low individual and family deductible.


* 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.


* Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.


* EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.


* Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.


* Generous employee referral bonus program.


* Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).


* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.


* Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Responsibilities:


* Develop assessments and written plans of care to identify the needs of each resident.


* Ensure that all components of the care plan are being followed by reviewing MDS's and nurses' notes and attending meetings.


* Effectively communicate information concerning a patient's condition with other departments and government agencies.


* Participate in the discharge planning, providing information to residents and families of programs available.


* Seek out new methods and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures based on current federal and state regulations.


* Assist in preparing and planning the department's annual budget, and maintain throughout the year.


* Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Qualifications:


* Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Master's Degree.


* 2 - 5 years' experience in social services in a Skilled Nursing or similar health care setting.


* Registered with the Academy of Certified Social Workers or a member of the National Association of Social Workers.


* Knowledgeable of the rules, regulations and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities.


* Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, Kaiser and private insurances.


* Excellent oral and written communication.


* Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.


* Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in Eng...