Social Service Director

Monterey Post Acute; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to earned wages before payday

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Continuing Education & Training

Job summary

Monterey Post Acute is seeking a Social Services Director in Monterey, California. This role involves directing the Social Services Department operations, guiding residents and their families in the transition to care, and ensuring the highest level of functioning. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-3 years of relevant experience in social services. The position offers a salary range of $70k-$72k per year along with competitive benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related field work experience in social services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to work with physically and mentally ill elderly individuals.

Responsibilities

• Direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department.
• Assist residents and their families in adjusting to care placement.
• Ensure the highest practicable level of functioning for residents.

Skills

Ability to develop and maintain a care plan

Experience in social services

Ability to work with elderly individuals

Knowledge of nursing practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Are you looking for your new career? We’re now hiring a Social Services Director to be the newest member of our awesome team!

Salary Range: $70k-$72k per year

We believe in cultivating a family culture and thrive on person‑centered care, while building a positive culture focused on a shared vision, trust, communication, and collaboration. Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality care that focuses on the unique needs of our residents and their families. We believe in teamwork, respect, appreciation, and integrity.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
• Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

Are you ready to contribute to a team committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual’s unique talent?

How you will contribute to the team:

As the Social Services Director (SSD), you will direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. You will assist each resident and their family in adjusting to placement, illness, and the plan of care, ensuring they attain the highest practicable level of functioning.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2‑3 years of related field work experience in social services.
• Ability to develop and maintain a care plan with the facility’s interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work with physically and mentally ill, disabled, and emotionally upset elderly individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and be discreet in handling sensitive information.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, terminology, and laws related to long‑term care.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a skilled nursing environment.
• Supervisory experience.
• Ability to think strategically and exercise discretion and independent judgment to make logical, practical decisions.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale, including the hourly or salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this role.