Northern Nevada State Veterans Home is seeking a Director of Social Services.
JOB SUMMARY: Identify and provide for each resident’s social, emotional and psychological.
needs, and the continuing development of the resident’s full potential during his/her stay at the
facility and to assist in the planning for his/her discharge.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
• Must be licensed as a Social Service Worker (SSW) and/or Certified Social Worker (CSW) and/or
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Health care experience preferred.
• Must meet any state and/or Federal requirements for the position.
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
• Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to
accomplish the job.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with
other associates and personnel of other community agencies.
• Must have knowledge of State and Federal guidelines.
• Must have demonstrated skills in communication, documentation, assessment and social work methods
techniques.
• Must maintain regular attendance.
• Must meet all local health regulations, and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This
requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.
Essential Job Functions
Departmental
• Develop a social history, social assessment and care plan which identifies pertinent problems and
needs, realistic goals to be accomplished and the specific action to be taken in resolution of the
problems and/or needs upon admission of each new resident.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings. Document progress notes which relate to
each resident’s care plan when necessary and within policy timeframes.
• Assist the resident and resident’s family in discharge and placement planning. Organize family groups
to promote communication, education and support between family members, facility staff and
administration, and provide counseling as needed.
• Assist in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and
other related topics.
• Actively participate in the pre-admission screening of all potential residents and provide information to
residents and families during admission. Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and
facilitate adjustment upon placement.
Supervisory
• Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate and discipline Social Services Department personnel. Make
job assignments and set priorities.
• Orient new staff and participate in recruitment and selection. Keep associates informed of changes that
affect them.
• Ensure universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and
procedures are followed and promptly address any hazardous conditions.
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• Maintain records, manage budget and supplies.
• Meet Company policies and state and federal regulations regarding Social Services.
Safety
• Comply with, support and enforce Company policies involving all safety and infection control
procedures to include the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protective back
supports.
Residents’ Rights and Positive Relationship
• Understand, comply with and promote all rules regarding resident rights, promote positive
relationships with residents, visitors and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance.
Other Functions and Responsibilities
• Must adhere to Avalon’s Code of conduct and Business Ethics policy, including documentation and
reporting responsibilities
• Attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training, and staff meetings; assist in
orientation and training of other staff.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned or needed.
Pay Range: $30 – $36 per hour