Resident Wellness & Social Services Director

Juniper Communities; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Juniper Communities seeks a Social Services leader to supervise the Social Service Associates and oversee the day-to-day operations of Social Services within the Community Life team.

The role includes completing pre-admission assessments, creating care plans with input from residents and families, conducting psychosocial assessments, and leading group therapy sessions to support residents’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work is required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in healthcare or service setting.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance in documentation and record keeping.
• Complete pre-admission assessments and care plans.
• Create care plans with input from residents and care team.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and group therapy sessions.
• Lead therapy groups and 1:1 sessions with residents.
• Document progress notes and investigations as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Group facilitation

Pre-admission assessment

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

High School Diploma

Job description

Juniper Communities seeks a Social Services leader to supervise the Social Service Associates and oversee the day-to-day operations of Social Services within the Community Life team.

The role includes completing pre-admission assessments, creating care plans with input from residents and families, conducting psychosocial assessments, and leading group therapy sessions to support residents’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.