Director of Social Services — Elder Care Leadership

Epic Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Epic Healthcare is actively seeking a Director of Social Services in Philadelphia to lead the social work program for adult and geriatric residents in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes strategic planning, program development, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure high-quality resident social services.

The position requires prior experience as a Director of Social Work in a large LTC facility, with a BSW/MSW or related bachelor’s degree, and at least one year in social work.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Director of Social Work in a large LTC setting preferred.
• BSW or MSW preferred, or Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• At least one year experience in Social Work field required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific developmental factors for adult and geriatric residents in planning social services programs.
• Plans social services programs for residents with needs: therapeutic, neurological and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, and infectious diseases if applicable.
• Promptly follows-ups on admission inquiries, evaluates and assesses the needs of prospective residents to determine appropriateness of facility placement.

Education

BSW or MSW preferred, or Bachelors degree in related field

Job description

Epic Healthcare is actively seeking a Director of Social Services in Philadelphia to lead the social work program for adult and geriatric residents in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes strategic planning, program development, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure high-quality resident social services.

The position requires prior experience as a Director of Social Work in a large LTC facility, with a BSW/MSW or related bachelor’s degree, and at least one year in social work.