Social Service Director

Saber Health Group; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K through Fidelity

Employer-paid life insurance

Generous PTO

Educational opportunities

Tuition assistance programs

Job summary

Saber Health Group in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Social Services professional to ensure residents’ emotional and social needs are met. You will plan, organize, implement, and direct the Social Services Department in a skilled nursing community in line with federal, state, and local guidelines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in social work or related field (or licensed social work in the state) and at least one year of supervised healthcare social work experience, with strong computer and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or equivalent human services field, as required by state/federal rules.
• Minimum one year supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting, if regulations require.
• Knowledge of activity services regulations for nursing facilities.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic health records software.

Responsibilities

• Meet the medically related emotional and social needs of residents on an individual basis.
• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Social Services Department.
• Ensure an ongoing social service program supports psychosocial well‑being in line with assessments and regulations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field

Job description

Join a team where compassion meets excellence in a skilled nursing facility - we're dedicated to delivering heartfelt care and making a meaningful difference in every patient's life!

We’ve been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces for 2026! As an employee recently said, “I feel I have a lot of support. I feel like part of the team.”

Advantages:

• Flexible Pay Options– Choose On-Demand Payand get paid as soon as tomorrowfor work done today or opt for our Weekly Payschedule!
• Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere– Work in a fun, supportive environment where teamwork and care go hand-in-hand.
• Generous PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
• Career Growth Opportunities– Take advantage of our Loan and Forgiveness program as well as other educational programs to advance your nursing career.
• Strong, Stable Leadership – Join a team led by experienced managers who are committed to customer service excellenceand staff development.

Benefits and Perks*:

• DAILY Pay!
• Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
• 401K through Fidelity
• Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
• Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through Kindercare
• Wellness programs offered through WebMD
• Employee recognition programs
• Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of your job is to ensure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. You will assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of the Skilled Nursing community’s Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures. You will ensure that an on-going social service program is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Education/Qualification:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in social work or in a human services field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling or psychology, if required by state/federal regulations OR possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Social Work within the state in which you work, if required by state/federal regulations OR possess minimum qualifications to work in Social Services as required by the state/federal regulation.
• Must have, as a minimum, one (1) year supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals, if required by federal and/or state regulations.
• Must be knowledgeable of regulations governing activity services in nursing care facilities.
• Must possess basic computer skills and ability to navigate through various software programs, including electronic health record software.

Shifts & Wages:

• Full-Time Opportunity Available
• Shift Needed: Days
• Wage: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

*Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.