Social Services Director

Hallmark Manor is situated in Federal Way providingresidents with a serene environment complemented by modern conveniences. Thearea boasts a strong sense of community with numerous local events andfestivals throughout the year. Its strategic location offers easy access tomajor highways making commuting to nearby cities seamless.

We are hiring an experienced Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)RegionalSocial Services Director to oversee social services operations across Life Care Centers of Americas Cascades Region which includes facilities spanning from Federal Way to Skagit in the Seattle area.

Qualified candidates MUSThave 35 years Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience a bachelors degree in a human services field (Social Work Psychology or Healthcare) be licensed in Washington State (if required) and have a strong background in healthcare social work. This position emphasizes leadership patient advocacy and program development while fostering collaboration and excellence across multiple facilities serving our elder population.This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our senior community members while feeling valued and fulfilled in your work.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your social services skills in beautiful Washington state! Enjoy all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer whether its city living or outdoor adventures like hiking biking fishing boating and more!This regional role offers a competitive salary and an expanded scope ensuring that our patients emotional and social needs are met in accordance with all regulations and company standards.Join us to make a meaningful impact in postacute care!

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts & Healthcare Savings Accounts
• Life AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off including Vacation Sick Leave & Holidays
• 401K Savings Plan
• Student Loan Reimbursement (up to $9000
• Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement $3000/Year)
• CEUs BLS and CPR are provided inhouse at no cost for applicable employees
• Employee Referral Reward Program
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program LifeMatters FREE Mobile App 24/7 Counseling 140 Languages) financial consultation legal consultation online and assisted searches for: Child and elder care resources and guidance adoption assistance educational resources personal security home improvement veterinarians pet sitting and obedience training
• Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities
• FitforLife Employee Wellness Program
• Discounts for Auto/Home Insurance Cell Phones and Pet Insurance

Position Summary

The Social Services Director plans organizes develops and directs the overall operation of the Social Services department to ensure all medically related emotional and social needs of patients are met in accordance with all applicable laws regulations and Life Care standards.

Education Experience and Licensure Requirements

• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• Bachelors degree if working in a facility with 120 or more beds (see State law)
• Two 2 years experience in health care social work preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life CaresCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Implement a social services program that meets the medically related social and emotional needs of patients as well as State Federal corporate and division guidelines
• Act as patient advocate and provide education to staff regarding patient rights
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Assist patient and family through education financial planning assistance liaison with community agencies etc.
• Recruit select hire train evaluate counsel and supervise social services staff
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hours
• Read write speak and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer