Assistant Director of Social Work - Skilled Nursing Leader

American Medical Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

American Medical Associates in Suffolk County, NY is seeking an Assistant Director of Social Work to lead the Social Services department in our skilled nursing facility. This role partners with the Director and clinical teams to ensure resident-centered care and compliant operations.

You bring proven leadership in social work within long-term care, exceptional communication, and the ability to supervise and develop staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to oversee the Social Work department.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Social Services in managing departmental operations.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate social work staff, assistants, and interns.
• Develop and update department policies, workflows, and best practices.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement audits, grievance tracking, and chart/documentation reviews.
• Collaborate with the Nursing Home Administrator, Director of Nursing, and medical teams to align resident care with facility goals.

Skills

Social work leadership

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

American Medical Associates in Suffolk County, NY is seeking an Assistant Director of Social Work to lead the Social Services department in our skilled nursing facility. This role partners with the Director and clinical teams to ensure resident-centered care and compliant operations.

You bring proven leadership in social work within long-term care, exceptional communication, and the ability to supervise and develop staff.