Resident Care Social Services Director

RegalCare at Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Regalcare of Worcester is seeking an experienced Director of Social Services to lead our department and guide residents and families through care decisions with compassion and professionalism.

You will oversee social services operations, mentor a diverse team, collaborate with nursing and administration, ensure regulatory compliance, and support families with empathy while maintaining steadiness and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Social Work degree and state license/certification required.
• Experience in long-term care or healthcare social services preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Empathy in supporting families while staying solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all social services operations within the facility.
• Support residents and families with care planning, transitions, and emotional needs.
• Lead and mentor the social services team with clarity, empathy, and communication.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administration to ensure coordination.
• Maintain documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Social Work degree

State license/certification

Job description

Regalcare of Worcester is seeking an experienced Director of Social Services to lead our department and guide residents and families through care decisions with compassion and professionalism.

You will oversee social services operations, mentor a diverse team, collaborate with nursing and administration, ensure regulatory compliance, and support families with empathy while maintaining steadiness and strong communication.