Director, Social Services
Company: Brookdale Westlake Hills
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is
available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Make Lives Better
Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you
can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than
a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through
professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to
your overall health and wellness.Full suite of health insurance,
life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by
employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not
limited to:Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceAdoption Reimbursement
BenefitsVariety of Associate DiscountsVeterans, transitioning
active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged
to apply.Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all
applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19
vaccination.Responsibilities:Plans, organizes, develops, and
directs the social service programs to ensure that the
medical-related emotional and social needs of the residents are met
and maintained on an individual basis.Assesses and identifies
medical-related social and emotional needs of the residents.
Develops and implements social care plans with the involvement of
the resident, his/her family, physician, and other nursing care
staff.Consults with physicians and healthcare team members in
dealing with psychosocial factors relating to residents' illnesses,
treatments, and discharge plans.Provides discharge planning,
including referrals to community and family social services.Assists
residents with financial and legal matters; provides or arranges
for counseling. Assists residents with how to make decisions about
their health.Directly supervises staff. Carries out supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and
applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and
training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work;
completing performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Possesses
knowledge of federal and state regulations, including
Medicare/Medicaid, to arrange for needed services not covered by
state regulations.Assists with the resident admission
process.Orients and trains employees on social services policies
and procedures to ensure understanding and support.Monitors supply
and equipment needs and budget.Implements policies and procedures
to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.Develops
and maintains community liaison activities.This job description
represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above
referenced position. It is not intended to represent a
comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform
all duties as assigned by his/her
supervisor.Qualifications:Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree
(B. A. or B.S.) in Social Work from four-year college or
university; and minimum of two years related supervisory experience
and/or training.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special
RequirementsACSW registrationManagement/Decision MakingApplies
existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within
a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve
moderately complex problems based on precedent, example,
reasonableness or a combination of these.Knowledge and
SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function
and a thorough understanding of the organization and work
environment. Has working knowledge of a functional
discipline.Physical Demands and Working
ConditionsStandingWalkingSittingUse hands and fingers to handle or
feelReach with hands and armsStoop, kneel, crouch crawlTalk or
hearAbility to lift: up to 25 poundsVisionRequires interaction with
co-workers, residents or vendorsOn-Call on an as needed
basisPossible exposure to communicable diseases and
infectionsRequires Travel: OccasionallyBrookdale is an equal
opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Salary Range
Information: $25.85 - $32.31 / hour
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