Director of Social Services

National Health Care Associates; Norway; On-site; NOK 619,000 - 657,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Meaningful impact

Job summary

National Health Care Associates, Norway, Maine facility seeks a Director of Social Services to lead our Social Services Department, shaping programs that support residents’ emotional and psychosocial well-being through person-centered planning and teamwork.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, advocate for residents’ rights, and coordinate discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years in social services, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in a long-term care setting.
• Strong understanding of aging, psychosocial needs of residents, and chronic illness impact.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team and families.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social services programs for residents.
• Provide social services ensuring high-quality, person-centered care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
• Act as liaison between residents, families and community resources; assist discharge planning.
• Advocate for residents’ rights and ensure dignity and independence.

Skills

Leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Social work expertise

Education

LSW or LCSW preferred

Job description

Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work and US News & World Report Best for Short-Term Rehab , we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 29 Marion Avenue, Norway, Maine, 04268

What You'll Do:

40 hours Full-time / Salary role / $66,560 - $70,720 annually ($32 - $34 an hour)

As a Director of Social Services, you will lead our Social Services Department and the programs within it. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Director of Social Services:

• Develop and implement comprehensive social services programs that address the diverse needs of our residents

• Provide Social Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that enhance the overall well-being of residents

• Act as a liaison between residents, families, and community resources to support a seamless transition into our facility and assist with discharge planning

• Advocate for residents' rights, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care and maintaining their dignity and independence

If you are passionate about playing a crucial role in ensuring the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of our residents, in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Director of Social Services.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Norway team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Comprehensive training and mentorship

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $66,560.00 - USD $70,720.00 /Yr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Director of Social Services:

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred

• Minimum of 4 years in social services, with at least 2 of those years in a leadership role in a long-term care setting

• Strong understanding of the aging process, psychosocial needs of the elderly, and the impact of chronic illness

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team and build positive relationships with residents and their families

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.