What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Ernest Health, Inc.?
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Hospital Details
The Meadows of Central Massachusetts is an 82-bed transitional care facility located alongside Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts - Central Campus. The Meadows provides comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for individuals in need of specialized medical care before they can return home or to another care setting. Many of our patients have suffered serious injuries or illnesses. As a result, they require day-to-day help while they work toward recovery and regain their independence. Our comprehensive, personalized approach to patient care incorporates therapeutic intervention and medical management. We specialize in providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care services.
Responsibilities
Responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Social Services Program/Department in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local guidelines and regulations, and company policies and procedures. Applies professionally accepted, research based practices. Works cooperatively as part of the management team to develop resident-centered approaches to all quality of care and quality of life activities. Resident advocacy responsibilities as needed to achieve or maintain a dignified existence for all residents.
Required Skills:
- Master's Degree in Social Services, Social Work, LICSW or related field required.
- Two (2) years of social work experience in a healthcare environment required.
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
- Management/administrative experience preferred.
- Ability to project a professional image.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
- Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Benefits
At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.
* Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
* FREE prescription plans
* Dental and Vision coverage
* Life insurance
* Disability Benefits
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
* Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
* Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
* Pet Insurance
* Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
* Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
* Work life balance
At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.
As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
