Legal Services Director jobs in Covington, KY

• Position: Social Services Director

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*New Increased Wages*

LOCATION:  3876 Turkeyfoot Road | Elsmere, KY 41018 | Phone: 859.342.8775

A Rewarding 5 STAR QUALITY Experience: It is empowering to take pride in the work you do and aim to promote positive and proactive relationships with co-workers and residents.

Our philosophy promotes your mission: Our DEFICIENCY FREE facility is dedicated to improving the quality of life and general well-being of all our residents, staff, associates, and families, by providing an enriching environment for those who have devoted their lives to the health care field.

Job Summary: The Social Services Director identifies and provides for each resident’s social, emotional, and psychological needs, and the continuing development of the resident’s full potential.

Job Type: Full time

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Great benefits!

We supply PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and stronger infection control and testing procedures to keep you and our residents safe!

• Work with a leader that leads by example
• PTO Accrual
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive pay
• 401K available after first year
• Insurance options available

Responsibilities:

• Plans and directs a comprehensive social services program which provides support services for residents and families
• Responsible for coordinating all admissions and discharges to ensure facility census is kept at its maximum capacity
• Participates in an interdisciplinary team approach to better serve the needs of the facility population
• Provides for therapeutic intervention to help residents cope with the social and psychological aspects of their illnesses, impairments, or disabilities as well as their feelings about separation from family/community, physical and emotional loss
• Maintains written documentation in the customer medical record per facility policy and state and federal guidelines
• Performs an initial evaluation/assessment of each resident's biopsychosocial needs to be placed in the medical record.  Active cases require ongoing written documentation
• Develops social service component of the residents’ plan of care identifying specific problems, goals, and approaches.  Ensure and documents that residents/families have input into the care planning process
• Acts as a liaison/advocate between residents, families, outside agencies, and the Administrator to ensure that the resident's rights are maintained
• Takes responsibility for conducting family group meetings as needed (new admissions group, support group, family, and friends’ council, etc.)
• Performs administrative requirement such as completing necessary forms and reports under the direction of the Administrator and submitting such reports to the Administrator and/or consultants as required
• Facilitates discharge planning including the development of an organized discharge plan
• Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education:

·         Must possess as minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a bachelor’s degree in Human Services plus a minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in a Long Term Care; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must possess any certifications/licensures required by State regulations.

About Us

Compassionate care that creates wellness…

Woodcrest Nursing & Rehabilitation offers the convenience of location in Elsmere, KY, combined with our excellent skilled and caring clinical and rehabilitation staff.

We Value Our Staff