Director of Social Services

RegalCare at Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive leadership

Stable environment

Growth opportunities

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Regalcare of Worcester is seeking an experienced Director of Social Services to lead our social work team in a skilled nursing and rehab center. You will guide residents and families through care planning, transitions, and emotional support while partnering with nursing, therapy, and administration to coordinate services.

The ideal candidate holds a Social Work degree and state license, has leadership experience in long-term care, and demonstrates excellent communication, problem-solving, and

Qualifications

• Social Work degree and state license/certification required.
• Experience in long-term care or healthcare social services preferred.
• Leadership with professionalism and authenticity.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Empathy in supporting families and residents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all social service operations within the facility.
• Support residents and families with care planning, transitions, and emotional needs.
• Lead and mentor the social services team with clarity, empathy, and solid communication.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administration to coordinate care.
• Maintain documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Create a supportive, uplifting environment for residents, families, and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Empathy

Education

Social Work degree

State licensing/certification

Job description

Regalcare of Worcester is a skilled nursing and rehab center committed to delivering top-tier resident care with compassion and professionalism. We're looking for an experienced, people-centered Director of Social Services to lead our department and help residents and families navigate their care with confidence and support.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee all social service operations within the facility
• Support residents and families with care planning, transitions, and emotional needs
• Lead and mentor the social services team with clarity, empathy, and solid communication
• Work closely with nursing, therapy, and administration to ensure smooth coordination
• Maintain documentation, ensure regulatory compliance, and keep workflows on point
• Create a supportive, uplifting environment for residents, families, and staff

What You Bring:

• Relevant Social Work degree + state-appropriate licensing/certification
• Strong background in long-term care or a healthcare social services setting
• Leadership skills that blend professionalism with authenticity
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Ability to support families with empathy while staying steady and solution-focused

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Competitive salary
• Supportive leadership team that respects your expertise
• A stable environment where your role genuinely shapes resident well-being
• Opportunities for growth and meaningful impact every single day