Social Services Director

OPCO Skilled Management; Herculaneum (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Scenic Wellness Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Social Services Director to lead our Social Services department and promote dignity, independence, and quality of life for residents.

You will oversee psychosocial assessments, care planning, and discharge processes, working with an interdisciplinary team to support residents and families through transitions and community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services required.
• Missouri Social Worker license/credential required.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory social work experience in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all Social Services operations per NASW Code of Ethics and regulations.
• Foster a resident-centered climate supporting individuality and psychosocial well-being.
• Complete psychosocial histories and assessments; use data to support care planning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs.
• Monitor resident rights, mental health, and adjustment to the facility.
• Maintain compliant documentation (care plans, progress notes, PASARR, discharge planning).
• Educate residents and families on placement, discharge, and community resources.
• Coordinate discharge planning, referrals, and post-care arrangements.
• Assist in policy development and survey readiness.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services

Job description

Full-Time | Leadership Role | Impact-Driven Position

Make a Difference Every Day

Scenic Wellness Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Director to lead our Social Services department. In this role, you will help create a supportive, person-centered environment that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life for our residents.

If you’re a mission-driven leader who thrives in long-term care and enjoys helping residents and families navigate complex emotional, social, and healthcare needs—this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

• 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.

Why Scenic Wellness?

• Supportive and collaborative leadership

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

• Resident-focused culture that values compassion and integrity

• Competitive pay and benefits package!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scenic Wellness Nursing & Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

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