Director of Social Services Opportunity at Our Sister Facility in the Lansing Area!

Did you know? Caring deeply for others is a valuable gift, one that you should treasure. Fortunately for you, you can put that gift to excellent use here at MediLodge of Lansing, and we will go above and beyond to invest in it AND you as a person.

MediLodge of Lansing is proud to be rated 5-Stars in Staffing Care and an integral part of a large portfolio of 49 centers in throughout Michigan to help you accomplish your goals.

We are now accepting applications for a Director of Social Services to join our team! If you are a New Graduate or an Experience Social Worker We Invite You to Apply! See what a career at MediLodge of Sterling Heights will mean for you!

What Benefits Do We Offer You? At MediLodge of Lansing, we understand that our employees work best when they are healthy, happy, and excited about the here and now, as well as the future. For that reason, we offer a wide range of benefits with your well-being in mind, including:

• Competitive Wages
• Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities That Meet Your Goals
• Daily Pay, Bi-Weekly Pay Options Through On-Shift Wallet (stat pay)
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You Your Family
• Employee Benefits Concierge – to Guide You in Maximizing Your Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Choose From Three Pet Insurance Options for You Furry Friend
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days with Rollover Option and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!

TEXT: DSS LAN to (833) 383-7654 to Apply

Thank you for considering a career with us!

We can’t wait to meet you!:
Summary:
Provides psychosocial support to residents and their families.

Qualifications:
Education:

• BSSW, MSSW preferred

Licenses/Certification:

• Licensing as required by the state of employment

Experience:

• One year of experience in a long term care environment.
• Essential Functions:
• Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
• Performs resident assessments at admission, upon condition change and/or annually.
• Creates, reviews and updates care plan and progress notes.
• Provides direct psychosocial intervention.
• Coordinates resident visits with outside services,dental, optical, etc.
• Attends and documents resident counsel meetings.
• Assists resident’s families in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process.
• Works with the patient, family and other team members to plan discharge.
• Conducts in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and patient rights.
• Supervises and guides Social Services Assistants.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long term care environment.
• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.

Disclaimer: This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.


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