Social Services Director
Location: Colfax
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: WV Social Workers License is Required. At Genesis
Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch
through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service.
As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in
fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work
environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make
a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just
starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth,
development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our
mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents
while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities: The Social Services Specialist works with nursing
center patients/residents and their family members/significant
others to identify patients/residents' strengths, social,
emotional, and mental health needs and then procures the services
to meet those needs. This position provides patients/residents with
the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial
well-being and quality of life. Services are provided in accordance
with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of
Ethics and compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and
regulations, policies and procedures, and standards of care.
*Assists with planning and implementing a comprehensive Social
Services program. *Works with the interdisciplinary team to promote
and protect patients/residents' rights and the psychosocial
well-being of all patients/residents. *Complete a comprehensive
Psychosocial Assessment for each patient/resident that identifies
social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths. Assesses
each patient/resident for discharge. *Identifies patient/resident
discharge goals at admission and documents initial discharge plan
and involves the patient/resident and family throughout the
process. *Educates staff regarding the role of the Social Services
in the facility and the psychosocial needs of the
patients/residents and their families/significant others including
the problems of aging and disability as requested by the Social
Services Director. Qualifications: *Master's degree in social work
or human services required. *Must possess any
certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to
practice in long-term care. Benefits: *Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts *Employee
Assistance Program to support mental health *Employee Foundation to
financially assist through unforeseen hardships *Health, Dental,
Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off We also
offer several voluntary insurances such as: *Pet Insurance *Term
and Whole Life Insurance *Short-term Disability *Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident *Critical Illness *Cancer Coverage Restrictions
apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state
law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location,
and length of service. Posted Salary Range: USD $26.00 - USD $30.00
/Hr.
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