Manager of Social Services

This position reports to the Director of Case Management and oversees the operations of the Social Services Department. Plans, directs, and coordinates all operational activities for areas of responsibility. Develops policies and procedures as well as quality improvement programs for areas of responsibility. Develops the capital and operating budgets in areas of responsibility. Ensures areas of responsibility are appropriately staffed by hiring and retaining competent staff. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Responsible for maintaining acceptable turnover in areas of responsibility. Ensures operations run within budgetary guidelines. Responsible for positive employee engagement and appropriate communication with staff. Responsible for quality and performance improvement activities in department and multidisciplinary. Responsible for positive customer satisfaction results. Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines as set by federal, state, and local and other agencies (i.e. JCAHO, Medicare, CMS) Facilities positive productive relationships with physicians.

Shift: Days

Education:

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• License/Certifications:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred

Experience:

• 2 years of general acute care/experience
• Evidence of experience that defines competency in Social Services, progressive acute care management experience, trauma/stroke and homelessness case management/discharging planning preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to manage department employee regulations/HR issues
• Ability to work at a fast pace to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests
• Manage stress appropriately and make decisions under pressure
• Work with a diverse mix of people
• Current Microsoft, Computer, and other relevant software skills
• Additional Information:
• LCSW CA License REQUIRED
• Acute Care Experience REQUIRED
• Must have experience with understanding the law about discharging homeless patients, trauma assessments, and managing social issues

Salary Range: $64.70 - $72.46

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation: Case by Case Basis (must be 100 miles or more from the facility)