Director of Social Work

Ridgewood Rehabilitation & Living Center; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgewood Rehabilitation & Living Center in Washington, NC, is seeking a Director of Social Work to lead the Social Services Department and advocate for residents and families.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in social work and experience in skilled nursing or long-term care, with strong leadership, communication, and care-planning skills to coordinate admissions, discharges, and interdisciplinary care planning.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Leadership or Social Services Director experience preferred.
• Strong discharge planning, resident rights, and care planning knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to quality resident care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the Social Services Department.
• Assess residents' psychosocial, emotional, and social needs; develop individualized care plans.
• Assist residents and families with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources.
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals for safe transitions.
• Maintain accurate documentation per regulations.
• Advocate for residents' rights and quality of life.
• Collaborate with nursing and admin to promote satisfaction and quality care.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Discharge planning

Resident rights

Care planning

Empathy

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Director of Social Work

Location: Ridgewood Rehabilitation & Living Center – Washington, NC

Job Type: Full-time

Ridgewood Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dedicated Director of Social Work to join our team!

We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our residents and their families. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, along with experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the Social Services Department.

• Assess residents' psychosocial, emotional, and social needs and develop individualized care plans.

• Assist residents and families with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care.

• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings to ensure residents receive appropriate support and services.

• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and their families.

• Coordinate discharge planning, community resources, and referrals to ensure safe transitions.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and state and federal regulations.

• Advocate for residents' rights, dignity, and overall quality of life.

• Work closely with nursing, administration, and other departments to promote resident satisfaction and quality care.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations governing social services in long-term care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Social Work REQUIRED.
• Previous Social Work experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Previous leadership or Social Services Director experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of discharge planning, resident rights, and care planning.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing quality resident care.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Ridgewood Rehabilitation & Living Center, we believe in providing compassionate, resident-centered care while creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our employees.

If you are passionate about advocating for residents, supporting families, and making a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you!