Social Services Director

*SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR* The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Eureka is a skilled nursing facility in Eureka, Illinois.
At The Loft, our commitment is to quality resident experience and strong, evidence-based best practices.
We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same commitment to employee satisfaction.
You will be a valued part of The Team at The Loft of Eureka! *JOB SUMMARY FOR SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR:* We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Social Services Director.
This position champions resident advocacy, customer service, and individualized care plans.
The Social Services Director will assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the overall operation of the facility’s Social Services Department by current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations and*, *according to the facility's established policies and procedures.
*MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR:* The Social Services Designee will assist the Administrator in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of social services programs of this facility.
The Social Services Designee will meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed.
The Social Service Designee will participate in the admission process, discharge planning, development, and implementation of care plans and resident assessments.
* Admission areas of focus * Work with Marketing to facilitate a quality admission process for each resident * Oversee the completion of admission paperwork, ensuring each resident has a signed contract and advance directive UPON ADMISSION (See Advance Directives Policy for specific processes) * Communicate to the staff and IDT the preferences of each new admission * · Discharge Planning areas of focus * Identify the discharge goal of each resident upon admission * Maintain consistent communication with the resident/resident representative as to the status of the resident progress toward the goal * Support the resident and the IDT to ensure resident participation in the completion of rehabilitation.
Encourage residents intending to discharge before completion of rehabilitation.
* Oversee the discharge process including, but not limited to, referrals to home health, home medical equipment, and senior living destinations; establish transportation plans; frequent status communication to IDT.
* Monthly report all discharges to the local Ombudsman as per regulation The Social Services Designee will encourage residents/responsible parties to participate in developing their care plan and invite them to care plan meetings accordingly.
The Social Services Designee will accurately and completely document social service actions and interactions in each resident's facility's medical record.
The Social Services Designee will assist the Administrator in ensuring that staff members are knowledgeable about the Resident's Rights and encourage staff to maintain and enhance each resident’s dignity The Social Services Designee will engage in Advance Care Planning for assigned residents upon admission and ensure that any Advance Directives are reviewed with the resident/resident representative on a regular basis.
The Social Worker will ensure that staff members are made aware of the resident's code status and end-of-life wishes and will assist with informing and educating residents and their representatives about health care options and ramifications.
Assist with investigations of abuse allegations.
The Social Service ensures that residents who display mental illness or psychosocial difficulties, such as coping with grief and loss, have access to appropriate treatment and resources.
*REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR:* * Current Social Worker license from the State of Illinois is preferred.
* Prior experience in Social Service work in a LTC setting is preferred.
* Ability to motivate and encourage residents; knowledge of how to adapt life skills to the cognitive and functional ability of each resident and attempt to meet goals.
* Ability to handle multiple priorities.
* Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
* Competent in organizational & time management skills.
* Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Knowledge of state and federal resident long-term care regulations in an LTC setting.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills We offer competitive wages with vacation time, sick time, and holiday pay.
We also provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for all full-time positions.
If you want to make a difference in the lives of others, apply today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.
00 - $21.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Social Work: 3 years (Preferred) * Skilled nursing facility: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * State of Illinois Social Worker License (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Eureka, IL 61530: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person