Director of Social Services/Discharge Planner

Want a role where you can Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love? Join Saint Therese and be a part of making a difference!

Saint Therese of Oxbow Lake is looking for a Director of Social Services to join our dedicated team! Since 2006, Saint Therese of Oxbow Lake has ensured seniors have every opportunity to enjoy a rewarding lifestyle. With 142 independent living, assisted living, memory care apartments and 64 long-term and transitional care suites, our Brooklyn Park campus is a vibrant, established community where it's easy to establish positive connections. This position is full-time and will typically work Monday-Friday.

A Director of Social Services is responsible for:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the department.
• Provide support and advocacy for residents and/or families.
• May assist in admission and discharge planning for the community.
• Will manage a resident caseload, includng assessments.
• Provides direction and support to social workers, management, and other staff.
• Develops and administers Social Services related policies and procedures.
• Manage department budget.
• Work in collaboration with Admissions staff and nursing team.
• Attend Discharge meetings as requested.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work , Sociology or related field.
• Licensed Social Worker in the State of Minnesota (preferred).
• Minimum three-five years social work professional level experience.
• Previous experience with discharge planning is preferred.
• Two years management or supervisory experience highly desirable.
• Proficient in computer software/EMR documentation.

Special knowledge, skills, and abilities:

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  Demonstrated working knowledge of Social Services department functions and related Federal and State regulations

  
  
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  Demonstrated abilities to participate in and collaborate with groups

  
  
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  Ability to positively manage and communicate change and to model appropriate behaviors to staff and others

  
  
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  High level of commitment to and success with effective customer service skills

  
  
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  Demonstrated leadership abilities

  
  
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  Effective time management/prioritization and problem solving skills

  
  
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  Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive wages with credit for experience
• Healthcare, dental, and vision for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Generous vacation plan, earned sick time, and paid disability leave
• 403b with company match
• Tuition Discount Opportunities and Scholarships
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Same Day Pay with UKG Wallet
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

About Saint Therese:

Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit company with 60 years of experience caring for those in need. We have a long and storied history of prioritizing the needs of both our residents and staff in order to allow them to live well. We take pride our person-centered approach of warmth and community in the continuum of care by embracing our values: Welcoming, Heartfelt Purpose, Do the Right Thing, Respect, Collaboration, Stewardship, and Fun.

We have four senior communities in Minnesota including Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Shoreview, and Woodbury; a campus in Monroe, Michigan, and our newest partnership with St. Mary of the Woods in Avon, Ohio. All communities are rich with thoughtful amenities and support. Our compassionate services also reach seniors living in the broader Twin Cities area through home care, outpatient therapies and wellness programs.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $87,750, based on experience

Saint Therese is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

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