Director of Social Services

Company: Franciscan Care Center
Location: Toledo
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

In the rich Franciscan tradition of compassionate, quality care, Franciscan Care Center is a residential and rehabilitation facility for the care of the elderly and those in need of extensive rehabilitation services. We are seeking a Director of Social Services to join our team!
Job Responsibilities:
Working with the interdisciplinary team, the Director of Social Services assesses and promotes the social and emotional health and well-being of residents and their families. The Director of Social Services provides service to adults and older adults with the goal of affirming the resident's integrity, growth, and control over the qualities of their life.

• Conducts pre-admission interviews with prospective residents/guarantors and explains all services of the center.
  
• With the Director of Nursing, evaluates hospital- or home-based patients prior to transfer as a special service to hospitals and families.
  
• Explains and documents all admission forms and agreements.
  
• Coordinates admission process, interviews new residents and/or their families to determineinterests and abilities, family history, and background.
  
• Develops and implements on-going in-service education and training for staff to promote understanding of social components in long-term care.
  
• Develops and maintains relationships with outside agencies.
  
• Evaluates resident/family needs in relation to resources and refers to appropriate agency or resource.
  
• Coordinates transfer and/or continuity of care services for discharged residents.
  
• Provides emotional support to residents/families.
  
• Continually makes assessments of residents to determine progress.
  
• Keeps social records and discharge plans on all residents.
  
• Attends resident care conferences and participates in the development and update of patient plans of care.
  
• Joins community groups as appropriate.
  
• Attends seminars, workshops, mandatory in-services, and other meetings as deemed appropriate by the Administrator.
  
• Attends admissions, department leadership, and other meetings as appropriate.
  
• Satisfies all educational in-service requirements mandated by CHI Living Communities, the department, external accrediting, and regulatory agencies.
  
  Exceptional Benefits Package:
  Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your well-being and professional growth:
  

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• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-Time).
  
• Financial Support: Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) with generous contributions for Full and Part-Time staff.
  
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement for Full and Part-Time employees.
  
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) with cash-out options.
  
• Wellness Programs: Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  
• Early Access to Wages: Through Pay Active, access your earned pay before payday.
  
• Annual Merit Increases for both Full and Part-Time staff.
  
  Make a Difference Every Day
  Join a team that values your contributions and shares your passion for providing compassionate care. Apply now to begin a fulfilling career with Franciscan Care Center, where you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.
  Take the next step in your career journey today!
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