Otterbein SeniorLife
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Overview The Social Services Director for Rehabilitation Services reports to the Executive Director. The Social Services Director identifies and facilitates social and emotional needs of the residents, families, and responsible parties, assists them with the adjustment to the psychosocial and socio-economic impact of illness, and maintains continuity of care by linking patients and families with community resources to resolve personal, financial, and environmental difficulties related to illness that will maintain or improve their ability to manage their everyday physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
Responsibilities
Regular, punctual attendance and ability to be flexible in work time, scheduling evenings and weekends as needed. Serve in an "on-call" arrangement for dealing with prospects, families, and/or unit concerns.
Organize the social services needed to meet the psychosocial needs of Rehab residents, including adjustment to the facility through resident interviews and assessments.
Maintain contact with residents, families, and responsible parties, involving them in resident care and providing non-medical progress reports when requested, and ensure all needs continue to be met.
Document and maintain appropriate records in a timely manner to ensure social service compliance.
Participate in routine meetings with the IDT team and attend weekly resident care plan conferences, contributing to interdisciplinary discussions concerning psychosocial needs.
Maintain records of residents under benevolent care and contact residents and family members or responsible parties when the resident is eligible to apply for Medicaid or is transferring to a Comprehensive‑Medicaid Certified bed.
Assist with admission and discharge processes, including notification and documentation of roommate changes and/or transfers, and assist with admission paperwork and inquiry processes as needed.
Ensure social services issues comply with all facility policies and procedures as well as state and federal requirements and guidelines.
Complete annual eligibility re‑determination requirements in cooperation with the local Department of Child Services and the Division of Family Resources.
Provide consultation to staff concerning resident rights and needs of the elderly, and others relating to social service needs.
Make contacts with family members or residents as needed to discuss the Medicaid application process, eligibility requirements, and who to contact to initiate the Medicaid application process.
Maintain a close working relationship with all departments to assure appropriate and efficient decisions about services provided and discharges.
Maintain a working knowledge of federal and state regulations.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education College degree or high school diploma or GED, or one year or more of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Previous experience in a long‑term health care facility preferred. The holder of this position should have relevant experience and social service and or customer service training.
Benefits Health & Wellness
Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Vision & dental insurance
Pet insurance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
Paid holidays for a healthy work‑life balance
Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for any field of study
Tuition discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
Employee‑Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
Legal & identity theft protection
Growth & Development
University partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
Multiple partner discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked
Why Work for Otterbein SeniorLife For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non‑profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small‑house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in‑home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a
Social Services Director
at Otterbein!
Senior Level Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Overview The Social Services Director for Rehabilitation Services reports to the Executive Director. The Social Services Director identifies and facilitates social and emotional needs of the residents, families, and responsible parties, assists them with the adjustment to the psychosocial and socio-economic impact of illness, and maintains continuity of care by linking patients and families with community resources to resolve personal, financial, and environmental difficulties related to illness that will maintain or improve their ability to manage their everyday physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
Responsibilities
Regular, punctual attendance and ability to be flexible in work time, scheduling evenings and weekends as needed. Serve in an "on-call" arrangement for dealing with prospects, families, and/or unit concerns.
Organize the social services needed to meet the psychosocial needs of Rehab residents, including adjustment to the facility through resident interviews and assessments.
Maintain contact with residents, families, and responsible parties, involving them in resident care and providing non-medical progress reports when requested, and ensure all needs continue to be met.
Document and maintain appropriate records in a timely manner to ensure social service compliance.
Participate in routine meetings with the IDT team and attend weekly resident care plan conferences, contributing to interdisciplinary discussions concerning psychosocial needs.
Maintain records of residents under benevolent care and contact residents and family members or responsible parties when the resident is eligible to apply for Medicaid or is transferring to a Comprehensive‑Medicaid Certified bed.
Assist with admission and discharge processes, including notification and documentation of roommate changes and/or transfers, and assist with admission paperwork and inquiry processes as needed.
Ensure social services issues comply with all facility policies and procedures as well as state and federal requirements and guidelines.
Complete annual eligibility re‑determination requirements in cooperation with the local Department of Child Services and the Division of Family Resources.
Provide consultation to staff concerning resident rights and needs of the elderly, and others relating to social service needs.
Make contacts with family members or residents as needed to discuss the Medicaid application process, eligibility requirements, and who to contact to initiate the Medicaid application process.
Maintain a close working relationship with all departments to assure appropriate and efficient decisions about services provided and discharges.
Maintain a working knowledge of federal and state regulations.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education College degree or high school diploma or GED, or one year or more of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Previous experience in a long‑term health care facility preferred. The holder of this position should have relevant experience and social service and or customer service training.
Benefits Health & Wellness
Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Vision & dental insurance
Pet insurance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
Paid holidays for a healthy work‑life balance
Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for any field of study
Tuition discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
Employee‑Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
Legal & identity theft protection
Growth & Development
University partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
Multiple partner discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked
Why Work for Otterbein SeniorLife For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non‑profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small‑house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in‑home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a
Social Services Director
at Otterbein!
Senior Level Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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