Resident-Centered Social Services Director

Apploi; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Scenic Wellness Nursing & Rehabilitation in Hillsboro, MO seeks a compassionate Social Services Director to lead our Social Services department, promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life for residents.

You will oversee psychosocial histories, assessments, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team, educate families, and ensure compliant documentation while supporting discharge planning and access to community resources.

Qualifications

• Certified, licensed, or registered Social Worker in the state of Missouri (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services (Sociology, Psychology, Special Education, Rehab Counseling, etc.) required.
• At least 1 year of supervisory social work experience in a healthcare setting working with geriatric populations.
• 2+ years of skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all Social Services operations in accordance with NASW Code of Ethics and all Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Foster a positive, resident-centered climate that supports individuality and psychosocial well-being.
• Complete psychosocial histories, assessments, and relevant MDS sections; use MDS data to support care planning.
• Participate in care planning and work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs.
• Monitor and support resident rights, mental health, and adjustment to the facility.
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation (care plans, progress notes, behavior tracking, PASARR, discharge planning, etc.).
• Educate and support residents and families through placement, adjustment, discharge planning, and access to community resources.
• Coordinate the discharge planning process, referrals, and post-care arrangements.
• Assist in policy development and annual survey readiness.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Assessment

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services

Job description

Scenic Wellness Nursing & Rehabilitation in Hillsboro, MO seeks a compassionate Social Services Director to lead our Social Services department, promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life for residents.

You will oversee psychosocial histories, assessments, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team, educate families, and ensure compliant documentation while supporting discharge planning and access to community resources.