Life Care Center of Federal Way is nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, offering a perfect blend of urban amenities and suburban tranquility. Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks, such as Dash Point State Park, and a vibrant community with diverse dining and shopping options. Federal Way's proximity to the Puget Sound provides ample opportunities for water activities and scenic views.

Life Care Center of Federal Way is set on beautiful Easter Lake in Federal Way, Washington. We offer inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, short-term and long-term care and a variety of other skilled nursing services to meet each patient's individual care needs. We are well known for our extraordinary customer service, high quality nursing and therapy services, as well as high employee morale and retention. We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned, 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 facilities across the U.S.

We are currently seeking a qualified Social Services Director to add to our team of professionals. As our associate, we believe you are our most valuable resource. We provide an environment where you will thrive, grow, and always feel supported.

Benefits & Perks:

Competitive Salary Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts & Healthcare Savings Accounts Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays 401K Savings Plan Student Loan Reimbursement (up to $9,000) Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement ($3,000/Year) CEUs, BLS, and CPR are provided in-house at no cost for applicable employees Employee Referral Reward Program PerkSpot Employee Discount Program Employee Recognition Program Employee Assistance Program Career Advancement/ Development Opportunities Fit-for-Life Employee Wellness Program

Position Summary

The Social Services Director plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Social Services department to ensure all medically related emotional and social needs of patients are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. Bachelor’s degree if working in a facility with 120 or more beds (see State law) Two (2) years’ experience in health care social work preferred Specific Job Requirements Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Implement a social services program that meets the medically related social and emotional needs of patients as well as State, Federal, corporate, and division guidelines Act as patient advocate and provide education to staff regarding patient rights Chart appropriately and timely Assist patient and family through education, financial planning assistance, liaison with community agencies, etc. Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise social services staff Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer