Director of Social Services & Resident Advocate

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Telemedicine Program

Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance and Short‑/St

Job summary

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab in Westland, MI is seeking an experienced Social Services Director to lead the department and advocate for residents’ social and emotional needs. You will plan, organize, implement, evaluate and direct social services operations to support residents and families.

You will develop assessments and care plans, participate in admissions, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead a volunteer program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience in social services within long-term care.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and professional approach with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive social assessments and individualized care plans.
• Participate in pre-admission and admissions processes.
• Serve as liaison and advocate for residents and families.
• Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Document residents’ psychosocial status accurately.
• Provide individual and group support during adjustment, crisis, or special need.
• Establish and maintain a volunteer program to meet residents’ social service needs.
• Orient residents and families to the nursing center and assist with adjustment.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing social services in long-term care.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab in Westland, MI is seeking an experienced Social Services Director to lead the department and advocate for residents’ social and emotional needs. You will plan, organize, implement, evaluate and direct social services operations to support residents and families.

You will develop assessments and care plans, participate in admissions, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead a volunteer program.