Director, Social Work – Remote Dementia Care Leadership Position for a Dynamic Healthcare Organization

Are you a compassionate and innovative leader with a passion for improving the lives of seniors and their families? Do you have a strong background in social work and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the field of dementia care? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Director, Social Work at Rippl, a cutting-edge healthcare organization dedicated to revolutionizing mental healthcare for seniors. About Rippl At Rippl, we are a team of passionate, driven, and empathetic individuals who share a common goal: to provide exceptional care and support to seniors navigating mental and behavioral health challenges. Our organization is built on a foundation of core values that guide our actions and decisions, including our commitment to serving seniors, our obsession with supporting our clinicians, and our determination to make a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.

Our Mission

Our mission is to democratize senior access to high-quality, wrap-around mental and behavioral healthcare, empowering seniors and their families to live healthier, happier lives. We believe that every senior deserves to receive compassionate, personalized care that addresses their unique needs and circumstances. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that prioritize the well-being and dignity of our patients, while also supporting the growth and development of our clinicians. The Role As a Director, Social Work, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping the future of dementia care at Rippl. You will oversee a remote team of social workers, providing guidance, support, and oversight to ensure the delivery of exceptional care to our patients and their families. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in driving the development of innovative social work solutions, improving clinical quality metrics, and fostering a culture of collaborative communication and teamwork. Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise a remote team of social workers, providing guidance, support, and oversight to ensure the delivery of exceptional care to patients and their families
• Promote a positive work experience and ongoing professional growth for the social worker team, in accordance with Rippl's core value of Care Team Obsession
• Ensure effective daily operations of the team from technical, operational, and quality perspectives
• Oversee quality assurance and documentation improvement plan
• Support the development and implementation of innovative social work solutions for the dementia population
• Identify process improvement opportunities to ensure an excellent dyad experience and effective workflows
• Ensure all clinical quality metrics are met or exceeded
• Collaborate with all Rippl departments, serving as the social work subject matter expert
• Address and respond to inquiries from Rippl account management, business development, and operations
• Establish and nurture a psychologically safe environment, where the team can bring their whole selves to work and do their best work
• Partner with the Learning & Development team for onboarding and ongoing learning and development of the social work team
• Foster a culture of collaborative communication with the Rippl interdisciplinary team and business leaders
• Partner with operations to ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, other data privacy and safety regulations
• Support the maintenance of accurate and complete healthcare records to meet legal requirements
• Monitor patient and caregiver satisfaction and address concerns or complaints
• Uphold all Rippl Core Values

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required; LCSW preferred
• 8+ years of experience in healthcare social work, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Highly preferred dementia and/or palliative care experience
• Experience working in and leading interdisciplinary care teams within a healthcare setting
• Strong understanding of care planning, social determinants of health, and patient advocacy
• Proven ability to develop and implement social work programs
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices related to social work and care coordination
• Ability to work collaboratively with medical, clinical, and operational teams

What's in it for you?

• Development, mentoring, and training programs designed to help you chart your dream career and make sure you are learning everything you need to know as you gain more responsibility
• Fast growth company with opportunities to take on more responsibility or develop into new roles
• Flexible work environment and the opportunity to work from home
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) plan with a healthy match
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family
• Life insurance and Disability
• Well-being and Remote Work stipend
• Generous Paid Time Off

Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state-specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Role: Range is $130,000 - $170,000, depending on experience We are going to make some very big waves starting with a small Rippl - come join us! If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together. Apply To This Job Apply for this job