Director of Social Services- MSW

Genesis Healthcare; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare in Carlisle, PA, seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the department with heart, advocate for resident rights, and coordinate psychosocial care for residents from admission through discharge. The role emphasizes ensuring compliance with NASW Ethics and enhancing resident well‑being.

You will recruit, mentor, and supervise social workers, align budgets with program goals, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support psychosocial needs, transitions, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• State certification/licensing as required by state.
• 3–5 years of supervised social service experience in health care.
• Management/administrative/supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
• Strategic Administration: manage budgets, staffing, and quality initiatives.
• Discharge Mastery: coordinate transitions with community providers.
• Education: train staff on resident rights and consent decisions.

Education

MSW / Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve

Responsibilities

We believe that healthcare is more than just clinical outcomes—it’s about the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of the residents we serve. We are looking for a Director of Social Services who is ready to lead with heart, advocate with passion, and ensure every resident lives a life of dignity and independence.

As the Director of Social Services, you aren’t just a department head; you are the architect of a supportive environment. You will lead the charge in creating a culture where residents thrive.

The key highlights of your impact will be as follows:

Lead with Vision: You’ll direct the entire Social Services department, ensuring we not only meet federal and state regulations but exceed the NASW Code of Ethics.

Be the Voice for Others: You will serve as the primary advocate for resident rights, ensuring their psychosocial needs are met and their voices are heard within the interdisciplinary team.

Navigate the Journey: From the moment of admission to a successful discharge, you will guide patients and families through transitions, providing clinical support and expert resource coordination.

Build the Dream Team: You will recruit, mentor, and inspire a team of dedicated social workers (or manage the function individually in specialized centers), fostering professional growth and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• *Clinical Excellence: Conduct deep-dive psychosocial assessments, develop interdisciplinary care plans, and provide therapeutic interventions for residents adjusting to long-term care.
• *Strategic Administration: Manage departmental budgets, staffing needs, and Quality Improvement initiatives. You’ll be the key Social Services voice in Morning Meetings and Utilization Management.
• *Discharge Mastery: Coordinate seamless transitions back to the community by building strong linkages with behavioral health, hospice, and other community-based providers.
• *Empowerment through Education: Train nursing center staff on resident rights and abuse prevention while educating families on healthcare decision-making and advanced directives.

Qualifications

• *Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work required
• *Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to practice
• in long term care.
• *Additional certification such as Geriatric Case Management, Hospice & Palliative Care,
• Gerontology, Clinical Social Work, Health Care, Nephrology, Mental Health, and/or
• Substance Abuse preferred.
• *At least 3-5 years of supervised Social Service experience in a health care setting working
• directly with individuals preferred.
• *Management/administrative/supervisory experience preferred.

Benefits

• *Variable compensation plans
• *Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• *Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• *Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• *Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• *Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members
• *On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• *Pet Insurance
• *Term and Whole Life Insurance
• *Short-term Disability
• *Hospital Indemnity
• *Personal Accident
• *Critical Illness
• *Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $30.00 - USD $36.00 /Hr.

"Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively “Genesis”) has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Aff...