Social Services Director (SSD)

Position Type: Social Services Director

Willow Branch is seeking a SSD!

Welcome to Willow Branch, where you’re not just another staff member—you're embraced as part of our warm and supportive work family! Experience a facility that goes beyond the ordinary—join us for our vibrant glow parties and cozy drive-in movie nights, just a glimpse into the exciting events that make our community so special. Despite being a larger facility, we firmly believe in recognizing and appreciating the dedication and hard work of each and every employee.

Join our incredible team at Willow Branch and discover a workplace dedicated to nurturing your career while providing compassionate care to our cherished residents. Together, we strive to create meaningful experiences and build lasting relationships, making every day at Willow Branch fulfilling and rewarding for all.

We offer the following to our amazing staff:

• Career Growth Opportunities: We prioritize internal growth and advancement.
• Monthly Staff Appreciation Events: Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security.
• DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
• Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.
• Pay in lieu of benefits (Mod Comp): Competitive compensation options.
• PTO with accruals for full time employees: Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and develop personalized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and their families to address their social and emotional well-being.
• Assist residents in accessing community resources and services to meet their individual needs and preferences.
• Facilitate family meetings and serve as a liaison between residents, families, and the facility to ensure open communication and understanding.
• Collaborate with medical professionals, including doctors, therapists, and social workers, to ensure the holistic care of each resident.
• Assist residents with discharge planning and coordinate the transition to home or other care settings when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential resident records, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
• Stay updated with changes in regulations and best practices related to social services to enhance the quality of care provided.
  
  
  

Qualifications of the Social Services Director:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
• Previous experience in social services or a similar role in a Long Term Care setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and staff effectively.
• Empathetic and caring nature, with a genuine desire to improve the lives of our residents.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and laws related to social services in a healthcare environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and maintain a positive working environment.
  
  
  

EOE

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.