Social Services Director - Nursing Home jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Social Services Director - Nursing Home in a nursing home environment, directs, establishes, and plans the overall policies and goals for the social services department. Responsible for patient assessments, care planning and helping the patients and families adjust to their new surroundings or occupations. Being a Social Services Director - Nursing Home plans and administers social service programs. Supervises the facility's social workers. Additionally, Social Services Director - Nursing Home assists in development of policies regarding participation in facility planning for health and welfare services. Requires a master's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Social Services Director - Nursing Home typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Social Services Director - Nursing Home typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Social Services Director - Skilled Nursing
  • Mesa Glen Care Center
  • Glendora, CA FULL_TIME
  • Voted one of the best companies to work for by Modern Healthcare Magazine:

    Mesa Glen Care Center is an award winning family company providing healthcare services including skilled nursing, assisted living and senior living communities.

    We believe that seniors are extraordinary people. Their lives are filled with achievements, contributions and wisdom. They have raised families, served their communities and country, lived history and ultimately set the stage for us. We are honored to provide their care, as they make the transition to the golden years, and when it becomes more challenging to care for one’s self. From a short-term rehabilitation stay to long term nursing care, each of our clinical programs are designed to reduce hospitalizations so our patients can focus on achieving their individual care plan goals whether it’s returning home or staying with us for their long term care needs

    Our commitment to superior quality of life is evident when you visit our family of centers. At our care center you will meet compassionate and professional team members who understand that finding the right skilled nursing setting and long-term care option could be difficult and confusing and are wanting to make a difference by providing the utmost care to genuinely help our patients and the community around them. If this sounds like a great fit for you, we would love to have you join our wonderful team!

    Compensation & Benefits: 

    • As a growing and essential company, we have many opportunities for growth and development within the medical industry and are committed to providing the resources and training you need. 
    • Pay is market competitive and negotiable based on your experience. 
    • Full-time employees will be eligible for a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
    • Full-time employees will be eligible for Tuition Assistance.
    • 401K.

    The anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in California is $28.00 to $32.00 hourly.  The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc. 

    We are looking for full-time Social Services Director.

    Directs the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and Company policies and procedures to assist each resident and family adjust to placement, illness, and plan of care so as to attain the highest practicable level of functioning.  A full and comprehensive job description will be available upon interviewing.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Ensures all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times
    • Assesses residents upon admission, quarterly and upon change of condition for social service needs. Assures that a thorough and timely psychosocial history and assessment are completed for each resident to identify problems, issues, or needs that are addressed through Interdisciplinary Team and Care Plan process.
    • Determines legal status of residents upon admission, provides information and obtains copies of advance directives, assures that resident and family wishes regarding treatment including Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and withholding treatment are implemented in accordance with Company policies.
    • Coordinates referrals and services ensuring appropriate mental health intervention when needed.
    • Adheres to state and federal regulations and company policies and procedures; HIPAA confidentiality standards of resident and facility information; Infection Control, Universal Precautions, OSHA and safety standards; established safety precautions and regulations in the performance of tasks and the use of equipment and supplies.
    • Participates in and/or leads on-the-job training, in-service education and orientation programs; attends OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazardous communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard; serves on various committees as required by existing regulations or as appointed by Administrator.
    • Makes written or oral reports and recommendations to Administrator concerning operation of department and in response to concerns or complaints. Ensures documentation is accurate informative and descriptive of the nursing care provided and the resident’s response to the care.
    • Keeps abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and makes recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to Supervisor or Administrator.  May participate in workshops and seminars to stay current with changes in field, as well as to maintain professional status.

     Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

    • 2-3 years’ related experience required; supervisory experience preferred
    • Bachelor’s degree from accredited college in social work or related field required
    • Social work license/certification if required by state law
    • Ability to interact tactfully, effectively, and professionally with other employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public, as needed
    • Must be able to relate to and work with physically and/or mentally ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within facility and treat them with respect and consideration regardless of their cognitive or functional level
    • Willingness and ability to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation to meet departmental goals
    • Must be able to multi-task and handle pressure
    • Willing to work beyond normal working hours, weekends, holidays, and/or on other shifts and in other positions, when necessary
    • Must be knowledgeable of nursing/medical practices and procedures, and/or terminology, laws, regulations, and the guidelines that pertain to long-term care
    • Sufficient computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and /or Internet to perform required duties
    • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment, and reach logical, practical decisions

     Submit your application and join our award-winning team!

     We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.


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Director of Social Services
  • Cambridge Healthcare Services
  • Monrovia, CA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to assist in the planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the social services programs to assure they meet the emotional and social needs ...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Director of Social Services
  • Cambridge Healthcare Services
  • North Hollywood, CA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to assist in the planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the social services programs to assure they meet the emotional and social needs ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Social Services Des
  • Home Of Compassion
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • Full Job Description GFW Group is looking for an experienced Social Services Designee to provide leadership and assistance to the team . This gregarious and compassionate individual will have provide ...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Director of Nursing
  • Home Health Care
  • Northridge, CA FULL_TIME
  • Home Health agency looking for experienced director of nursing (DON). Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in Home Health setting. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $110,146.00 - $120,028.00 per year Bene...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Social Services Director (SSD)
  • Golden State Health Centers
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • Golden Legacy Care Center in Sylmar Ca is hiring a Social Services Director! Come join our winning team! Full Time Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour Job description We are seeking a Social Services Direct...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Community Education Specialist - Los Angeles, CA
  • Planned Parenthood Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking an experienced full-time Community Education Specialist with excellent communi...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Business Development
  • Media.Monks
  • Los Angeles, CA
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  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Flame Finishing Lead
  • Technicolor Creative Studios
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Company Description The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Social Services
  • Valley Palms Care Center
  • North Hollywood, CA
  • Valley Palms Care Center - POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to assist in the planning, developing, i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Social Services Director (SSD)
  • Golden Legacy Care Center
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Golden Legacy Care Center - Golden Legacy Care Center in Sylmar Ca is hiring a Social Services Director! Come join our w...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Social Services Director - Skilled Nursing
  • Mesa Glen Care Center
  • Glendora, CA
  • Voted one of the best companies to work for by Modern Healthcare Magazine: Mesa Glen Care Center is an award winning fam...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Social Services Assistant - Skilled Nursing
  • Miracle Mile Healthcare Center
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Voted one of the best companies to work for by Modern Healthcare Magazine: Miracle Mile Healthcare Center is an award wi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admissions Coordinator Assistant
  • Anaheim Crest Nursing Center
  • Anaheim, CA
  • Anaheim Crest Nursing Center - Availablity: Part Time Weekend POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to ob...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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