Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Fitness, Geriatrics, Health Plan, Long-Term Care, Medicare, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Home, People Management, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychology, Scholarship, Social Work, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Tuition Reimbursement, Writing Skills
Riddle Village, a prestigious life care retirement community, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Social Services Manager to join our team.
About Riddle Village and Our Employees:
Riddle Village is a continuing care retirement community with a long-standing tradition of supporting not only residents but also employees. We are looking for hardworking, fun-loving, caring individuals to join our team. Riddle Village's culture has a simple philosophy: "Smile and say hello; everything else will follow." Everywhere you turn in the community, you are greeted with a warm smile and a welcoming hello. With over 300 dedicated associates, there is always someone offering a helping hand, a caring ear to listen, or just a friendly smile to let you know that we are all part of the team and, together, we will continue to make Riddle Village the best community possible. If you are enthusiastic about working with the elderly and want to be part of an incredible team and a pleasant work environment, then Riddle Village may be the place for you!
About the Social Services Manager Position:
The full-time Social Services Manager will work as a salaried employee of the Social Services Department at Riddle Village. The Social Service Manager will be primarily responsible for managing the social services department and meeting the psychosocial needs of residents residing in the Skilled Nursing Facility and Independent Community, in addition to performing assigned social service functions in an efficient and timely manner while reporting directly to the Nursing Home Administrator.
Benefits:
- Employer-subsidized health benefits starting the first day of the month following your start date.
- Employer matching program for 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Generous vacation, sick, and personal time benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for all levels of continuing education
- Tuition Scholarships for all levels of continuing education
- New Employee Referral Program
- Discounted meals for employees
- Access to Fitness Center
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree Preferred) in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services
- Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
- Strong organization and customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledgeable of Medicare guidelines and familiarity with MDS documentation
- Ability to develop rapport with residents, their families, and staff
- Background and experience commensurate with long-term care services and/or geriatrics.
- Demonstrated interest, skills, and abilities in working with and understanding the needs of aging adults.
- Ability to interact competently with residents, families, staff, and outside agencies.
- Advocate for residents' rights and ensure confidentiality.