Social Services Director - Nursing Home jobs in Michigan

Responsibilities:

Responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating social service programs and services in accordance with state and federal regulations. To identify and provide for residents’ social, emotional, and psychological needs. To aid in the development of the resident’s full potential. To assist in the planning for the resident’s discharge. To provide service coordination. To provide family counseling, as needed. Performs all duties using independent judgment and discretion to implement regulations and policy.

Qualifications:

•Licensed Social Worker preferred.
•Preferred to have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and one year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting – preferably with the psychosocial aspects of the elderly.
•Must possess a genuine caring for and interestin the elderly and physically and mentally challenged people.
•Must be able to relate positively to residents, their families, employees, and the community at large.
•Must be able to communicate effectively.
•Working knowledge of nursing home regulations, including MDS procedures, and reimbursement and eligibility guidelines under Medicare and Medicaid.
•Must meet all federal, state and local health regulations and pass a post-employment-offer physical exam. This requirement includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiries.
•Must have the ability to read and write English.
•Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits:

We understand the needs for quality benefits for you and your family. Atrium Centers offer a variety of options for you to choose what is most appropriate for you.

• Competitive salary package
• Extensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance that includes maternity coverage
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid time off for vacation and sick days
• Holiday pay
• Focus on family and work life balance
• Telehealth Access – See a physician from the comfort of your own home
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pharmacy prescription renewal delivery at no cost
• Cell phone discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Free will preparation and travel assistance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
• Tuition reimbursement – Further your career with our support!
• Discounted meals on-site

Who we are:

Atrium Centers is a leading provider of short-term post-acute rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. We currently operate skilled nursing centers in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Wisconsin.

Our reputation is defined by our employees, the caring and skilled staff members who are the foundation of our award-winning communities.

We are committed to treating each individual with respect and dignity in a homelike environment. Our professional and caring staff provides exceptional services tailored to the individual needs of residents and meeting the highest industry standards.

We want to thank all of the dedicated nurses who continue to fight this pandemic from the frontlines. We appreciate your time and consideration as you explore the next steps in your career – and hope you j oin us as we continue to fulfill our vision of "shaping the future of transitional care by being the preferred choice".

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