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Social Services Director

Wilshirerehab, Lees Summit, MO, United States


Wilshire at Lakewood Rehab Center is a skilled nursing community, who strives to provide clinical excellence and compassionate care to our residents.
Join our active, dedicated, and fun team! Make an impact to patient care.
We are seeking a Social Services Director!
Full Time. Great Benefits. Competitive Pay.
We are seeking a full‑time long‑term care social worker that will provide assessment, advocacy, and discharge planning for the psycho‑social needs of patients of all ages.
This individual will need to demonstrate expertise in crisis intervention, mandated reporting, and care coordination of patients with psychosocial risk.
Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and possess strong interpersonal skills.
Must have excellent communication skills and display a professional demeanor with patients, families, interdisciplinary team members, and outside agencies.
A Social Services Director is responsible for coordinating the psychosocial needs of residents and their families. This team works closely with the Nursing Department to meet the needs of residents.
Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services
Certification as a CSW (Certified Services Worker) by the state of Missouri
Knowledge of community resources
Experience in Health Care Social work
2-5 years of acute or long‑term care experience preferred.
MDS experience a plus.
Experience in long‑term care social work also a plus.
We look forward to meeting you!

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