Top Client in need of Manager of Social Services

Position Summary

This position reports to the Director of Case Management and oversees the operations of Social Services Department. Plans, directs and coordinates all operational activities for areas of responsibility. Develops policies and procedures as well as the quality improvement programs for areas of responsibility. Develops the capital and operating budgets in areas of responsibility. Ensures areas of responsibility are appropriately staffed by hiring and retaining competent staff. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Responsible for maintaining acceptable turnover in areas of responsibility. Ensures operations run within budgetary guidelines. Responsible for positive employee engagement and appropriate communication with staff. Responsible for quality and performance improvement activities in department and multidisciplinary. Responsible for positive customer satisfaction results. Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines as set by federal, state, and local and other agencies (i.e JCAHO, Medicare, CMS) Facilities positive productive relationships with physicians.

Shift: Days

Education:

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

License/Certifications:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Required

Experience:

• 2 years of general acute care / experience
• Evidence of experience which defines competency in Social Services, progressive acute care management experience, trauma/stroke and homelessness case management/discharging planning preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to manage department employee regulations/HR issues

Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and responds to numerous requests

Manage stress appropriately and make decisions under pressure

Work with a diverse mix of people

Current Microsoft, Computer, and other relevant software skills

Additional Information: 

LCSW CA License REQUIRED 

Acute Care Experience REQUIRED 

Must have experience with understanding law about discharging homeless patients , trauma assessments, managing social issues 

General Comments

Mid Range for Perm: $64.70 - $72.46

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus 

Relocation: Case by Case Basis (must be 100 miles or more from facility)