Manager of Social Services - Christian Horizons

BE PART OF SOMETHING MORE

At HPCV, a part of Christian Horizons, you'll find a rewarding place to work with the satisfaction that comes from living your purpose and making a real difference in the lives of others.   You’ll find an incredible spirit in our community. It’s in the smiles of our residents and the dedication of our associates. It inspires all who share our mission – from chefs and managers to nurses, housekeepers and pastors. Remarkable people work here and there's a place here for you.  

Founded in 1962, our God-centered mission continues today.  Our mission is to cultivate a compassionate and positive environment where living means thriving, where residents lead the abundant life they were intended to lead. 

OPPORTUNITY 

We have an opportunity for a leader in social services to provide support and counsel to residents and their families on social matters.  The successful candidate will listen to and assess resident and family needs and concerns.  He/she will assist community staff members in the implementaion of appropriate actions and programs. 

WE OFFER

• Generous Paid Time Off 
• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life (employer paid), Short & Long Term Disability, Group Accident, and Critical Illness
• 403(b) & Flex Spending
• Employee Assistant Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts and Other Perks

• Plan and prepare programs to assist Residents in social and emotional aspects of illnesses, treatments, and general life at the community.
• Participate in pre-admission interviews.
• Assume responsibility for admitting new Residents in the absence of a Director of Admissions.
• Obtain social history on new Residents and maintain records.
• Complete Social Services portion of MDS for all Residents.
• Counsel Residents and their families, documenting findings, approaches, and solutions.
• Assist Residents and their families in the transition to/from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
• Act as a liaison between the community and the Residents and their families, addressing and assisting in finding solutions to any problems that arise.
• Participate in the team care plan meetings to incorporate social service plans and goals into Residents’ care plans.
• Document social service progress notes to reflect the progression or regression toward established goals.
• Act as community HIPAA Compliance Officer, taking on all tasks and duties as described in the corporate HIPAA policies.
• Coordinate discharge planning with Residents, families, and staff. 
• Develop discharge summaries and post discharge plans of care.

• Bachelor’s in Social Work required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous Social Work experience preferred.
• Long-term care and MDS experience preferred.
• Able to follow and give written and oral directions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with personnel, Residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
• Display leadership qualities, good communication skills, and a desire to continuously learn.
• Pass background check before and during employment, as defined by Christian Homes’ background check policy, with no disqualifications by committing or attempting to commit one or more of the offenses defined within.