Job Description:

Director of Social Work (Full-Time)

New Community Corporation in Newark, New Jersey is one of the largest and most comprehensive community development agencies in the country; New Community’s success rests on its comprehensive approach to community development. It is active in housing, health care, education, job training, childcare and economic development. NCC’s Extended Care Facility is a Long-Term Care/Sub Acute Facility located in Newark, New Jersey

The Director of Social Work assists the resident population to attain or maintain their highest practicable physical, mental and psycho-social well-being. He/She will organize, plan, and direct functions of the Social Services Department in accordance with Federal, State, and Local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern Long Term Care.

Responsibilities:

• Implement written objectives, standards of practice, job descriptions, policy and procedural manual and an organizational plan for social services.
• Prepare annual budget and allocate resources within budget restrictions.
• Maintain working relationship with administration through conferences, written memoranda, and email, other methods of exchanging information.
• Supervise the clinical social workers and ensure accurate performance standards are being met for the position.
• Monitor documentation related to psycho-social information.

• Develop and coordinate quality assurance program for social services.

• Evaluate resident’s social, psychological, financial cultural and family situation and incorporate this information into social service treatment plan.
• Coordinate discharge planning services for residents when applicable.

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Certified or licensed by the New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiner.

• Three (3) years prior experience as a Social Worker with knowledge of casework process, admissions, counseling and social work service. The ability to apply that knowledge to residents/family problems. A compassionate, understanding and professional attitude towards residents’ population and peers.
• Bi-lingual ( English and Spanish), preferred
• Must respect the principles of resident’s rights.
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as a team player.
• Demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity when interacting with residents, families and co-workers.
• Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality and discretion of all residents care information.