Director of Social Services

Miramar Post-Acute Care Solutions; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Meaningful difference in residents' LQ

Job summary

Palmetto Care Center is seeking an experienced Director of Social Services to lead the Social Services Department within a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on psychosocial services, resident and family support, and ensuring regulatory compliance aligned with resident rights and quality of life.

You will oversee staff, coordinate discharge planning, and collaborate with physicians and hospitals to ensure seamless transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a social services department in a healthcare setting.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge for skilled nursing facilities.
• Strong people management and cross-department collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of social services programs.
• Lead and manage a team of social workers and professionals.
• Support residents and families with adjustment and discharge planning.
• Coordinate care plan meetings and address concerns.
• Develop relationships with hospitals and physicians for seamless transitions.
• Educate staff on social services practices, regulations, and standards.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and activities teams.
• Develop and manage budgets and staff schedules.
• Monitor quality indicators and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Director of Social Services

Full Time

Job Summary:

Palmetto Care Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Social Services to lead our Social Services Department in a skilled nursing setting. The Director of Social Services is responsible for overseeing psychosocial services, supporting residents and families, coordinating discharge planning, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting resident rights and quality of life.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care setting

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development and implementation of social services programs and services, including but not limited to: case management, discharge planning, and resident assessment and care planning
• Lead and manage a team of social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care and services
• Support residents and families with adjustment, care transitions, and discharge planning.
• Coordinate care plan meetings and address resident and family concerns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions and referrals
• Coordinate and provide education and training to staff on social services best practices, regulations, and standards
• Collaborate with other departments, including nursing, therapy, and activities, to ensure a comprehensive approach to resident care
• Develop and manage budgets and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operations
• Monitor and report on quality indicators, outcomes, and other performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families

Candidates must be able to pass a Level 2 background screening via the Florida Clearinghouse.