Social Services Director

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

401K

Paid time off

On-site/telehealth

Job summary

Larkin Chase in Bowie, MD seeks a Licensed Social Work Director to lead the Social Services Department within a long-term care setting. The role focuses on ethical practice, NASW Code of Ethics compliance, and ensuring residents receive high-quality psychosocial care.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and staff education on patient needs and family involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services required.
• Must possess licensure/certifications as required by state to practice in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Social Services Department operations per NASW Code of Ethics and applicable regulations.
• Supervise two or more Social Services staff.
• Ensure psychosocial assessments identify needs and strengths for each patient/resident.
• Identify discharge goals at admission and document discharge planning.
• Educate staff on social services role and psychosocial needs of patients and families.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

Overview

Larkin Chase is seeking a Licensed Social Work Director to join their team! $5,000 Retention Bonus! We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Social Services Director oversees the operation of the nursing center Social Services Department according to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations, policies and procedures, and standards of care for specialty practice. This position is responsible for fostering a climate, policies, and routines that enable patients/residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity. This climate shall provide patients/residents with the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.

• May directly supervise two or more Social Services staff.
• Accountable for Social Services practice, measuring outcomes to interventions, and departmental productivity.
• Assures that a psychosocial assessment is completed for each patient/resident that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths.
• Ensures that patient/resident discharge goals are identified at admission and documented accordingly. Assesses each patient/resident for discharge.
• Educate staff regarding the role of Social Services and the psychosocial needs of patients/residents and their families/significant others including the problems of aging and disability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services required.
• Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by state of employment to practice in long-term care.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Hr.