Geriatric Social Services Director

Outfield-Healthcare-Partners; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Outfield Healthcare Partners seeks a qualified Social Worker to identify psychosocial and emotional needs of residents in a long-term care setting. You will assess, document, and facilitate access to services in line with NASW ethics and regulations.

Responsibilities include completing social histories, maintaining compliant documentation, supporting resident rights, and coordinating discharge planning with the care team. Experience in geriatric social work is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed or registered in the state of practice.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services field.
• At least 1 year of supervised social work in a healthcare setting with geriatric residents.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete social history and psychosocial assessment for each resident and use MDS data to guide care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation per federal/state regulations and center policies, including directives and care plans.
• Support resident self-determination and educate on therapeutic options, involving others as appropriate.
• Develop written interdisciplinary care plans identifying psychosocial needs and interventions.
• Coordinate resident discharge planning and referrals for home care services.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote resident rights and psychosocial well-being.
• Assist in planning and evaluating social service programs within the facility.

Skills

Social work

Geriatric care

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Outfield Healthcare Partners seeks a qualified Social Worker to identify psychosocial and emotional needs of residents in a long-term care setting. You will assess, document, and facilitate access to services in line with NASW ethics and regulations.

Responsibilities include completing social histories, maintaining compliant documentation, supporting resident rights, and coordinating discharge planning with the care team. Experience in geriatric social work is preferred.