Director of Social Work

Pinnacle Health & Rehab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Search Network/Platinum Staffing seeks a Director of Social Work for a skilled nursing facility in Suffolk County, New York. The role leads a team of social workers and delivers comprehensive social services to residents.

The candidate will manage discharge planning, assess social needs, and collaborate with the care team to support residents and their families. A minimum of 2 years in a nursing home setting is required, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Social Worker in a Nursing Home.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist new residents and families with adjustment to institutional living.
• Provide information to residents/families on rights and responsibilities.
• Interview residents and families to obtain social history and support discharge planning.
• Interpret residents' social, psychological and emotional needs with care team.
• Refer residents/families to appropriate social services and arrange transportation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Director of Social Work

Job Summary

Executive Search Network/Platinum Staffing is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Social Work to join our team at a skilled nursing, long-term care facility located in Suffolk County, New York. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional social services to our residents, as well as leading and managing a team of social workers.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist new residents and their families in the initial adjustment phase, as well as in the ongoing transition to institutional living

• Provide information to residents and/or family members on residents' rights and responsibilities

• Interview residents/families to obtain social history, and participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments

• Interpret social, psychological and emotional needs of the resident care team members, and involve the resident/facility in planning objectives and goals for the resident

• Refer residents/families to appropriate social services agencies as needed and arrange transportation to other facilities when necessary

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have experience as a Social Worker in a Nursing Home

• Strong written and verbal skills

• Excellent communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $110,000 annually

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment

• Chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and their families

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Social Worker in a Nursing Home

• Strong leadership and management skills