Resident Care & Social Services Director

(Ocean Ridge Post Acute) Alamitos Ridge Heathcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a licensed Social Worker to support residents and their families in a post-acute setting. The role focuses on social services, emotional support, and care planning to maximize residents’ wellbeing.

The position emphasizes coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, documenting status, and arranging outpatient services as needed. MSW is preferred, with at least two years in healthcare social work and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and listening to residents and families.
• Ability to assess emotional and psychosocial needs.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes course of action with resident and family.
• Assist residents to achieve self-care and well-being.
• Provide social services to attain psychosocial wellbeing.
• Develop care plans for social services issues.
• Provide emotional support to residents and families.
• Assist with health care decisions and discharge planning.
• Coordinate with community resources and outside agencies.
• Document resident social service status.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Counseling

Conflict resolution

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services

MSW preferred

Job description

PACS is seeking a licensed Social Worker to support residents and their families in a post-acute setting. The role focuses on social services, emotional support, and care planning to maximize residents’ wellbeing.

The position emphasizes coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, documenting status, and arranging outpatient services as needed. MSW is preferred, with at least two years in healthcare social work and strong communication skills.