Director of Social Services- MSW

Genesis HealthCare; South Middleton Township (PA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K

Paid Time Off

Free 24/7 virtual health care

On-Demand Pay

Pet Insurance

Short-term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare in Pennsylvania seeks a Director of Social Services to lead the Social Services department and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations and NASW ethics. You will advocate for residents and coordinate psychosocial care within an interdisciplinary team.

You will guide admissions, discharges, and transitions, while recruiting and mentoring social workers to foster growth and excellence in care delivery.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited school of Social Work.
• State licensure to practice in long-term care.
• Certifications such as geriatric care or hospice preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervised social service experience in healthcare.
• Management or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Social Services department and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advocate for resident rights and psychosocial needs within the care team.
• Guide residents and families through admission to discharge transitions.
• Recruit, mentor and develop social work staff or manage the function onsite.

Skills

People management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

State licensure required

Tools

EHR systems

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 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned
• 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.