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County of Riverside

RUHS Social Services Director - UR-Case Management

County of Riverside, Moreno Valley, California, United States, 92551


The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System-Medical Center is seeking a RUHS Social Services Director to join our UR Case Management Department located in Moreno Valley.The most competitive candidates will possess acute care hospital experience along with behavioral health experience. Bilingual candidates are highly preferred.Schedule: 9/80 after 90 days (negotiable)Meet the Team!

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http://www.ruhealth.orgPlan, organize and direct the work of the RUHS social service division; develop and administer the budget for the division; develop and implement policies and procedures.Provide consultation and guidance to subordinates on unusual, sensitive or complex case problems; train subordinates to work more effectively and efficiently through increased casework knowledge and skills.Train subordinates in the use of and assist in developing additional community resources; evaluate policies and procedures, and casework practices for effectiveness.Develop and implement changes to improve services; prepare grant proposals; coordinate the provision of social services with medical and/or nursing staff and patient support departments as necessary.Keep abreast of local, state, federal and other regulatory agency laws, rules, regulations and policies to ensure compliance; represent the department in contacts with public and private agencies or the community regarding social services.Supervise and perform the reporting of casework data; direct the preparation and maintenance of records, reports and correspondence.Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree, preferably with a specialization in medical social work, or closely related field to the assignment.Experience:

Two years as a medical social worker in a hospital or healthcare clinic or agency.License:

Possession of a valid license to practice as a Clinical Social Worker, Professional Clinical Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.Knowledge of:

Principles of effective management; medical social casework principles and practices; psychological aspects of physical and emotional disturbances and mental deficiencies; characteristics of emotional and mental disorders including their effect on the individual in the community; mental health local community resources and community support systems; laws, regulations and policies standards of Joint Commission, federal and state regulatory agencies; techniques used in providing casework consultation to staff.Ability to:

Plan, organize and direct the social services of a hospital or health system; interpret regulatory agency policies and guidelines; organize County and community resources and contract providers to service and community and achieve program goals; define problems, develop and implement solutions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other agencies, community organizations and other hospital or health system divisions; prepare clear and concise reports.

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