Director Social Services

Position: Director of Social Services

Don't miss this great opportunity to join our team as Full Time Director of Social Services at NHC HealthCare West Plains.

Why NHC? We are celebrating our 50-year Anniversary at National HealthCare Corporation!! We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun.

At NHC, we are all partners (employees) in a family - oriented work atmosphere where growth and opportunities are promoted.

We provide competitive compensation with performance wage rate increases.

The qualified applicant for this position should possess:


* Degree in Social Work from a school or university accredited by the council on Social Work education - preferable MSW, but BSW encouraged to apply


* Knowledge of the medical case management process, needs of geriatric patients, health care settings, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare Part A, B, C, ad D, Medicaid, Managed Care and other private insurances


* Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibilities efficiently and effectively


* Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing in a wide variety of circumstances


* Long Term Care experienced preferred

Position Highlights:


* Implementing a comprehensive social services program that provides support services for patients and families in the center


* Demonstrating teamwork characteristics by building a positive team approach


* Ensuring the quality of social services rendered by the center


* Understanding and abiding by established policies of the health care center and interpret them to concerned parties


* Providing direction to department in meeting center's goals and objectives

Requirements:
- MSW preferred, BSW encouraged
- Long term care experience preferred

Benefits:Earned Time Off Holiday Incentive PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance401k with generous company contributions
Competitive Pay
Tuition Reimbursement OpportunitiesAdvancement Opportunities

Work Location:NHC HealthCare West Plains
211 Davis Drive
West Plains, MO 65775

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity , please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/west-plains/

EOE