Social Services Director

The Hilltop at Blue River; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltop at Blue River in Kansas City, MO, seeks a compassionate Social Services Director to oversee psychosocial care in our skilled nursing facility and to support residents' emotional, social, and mental well-being.

You will lead psychosocial assessments, develop individualized care plans, coordinate discharge planning, advocate for residents' rights, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure dignity and high-quality, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum one year of supervised social work experience in healthcare with elderly populations.
• SNF experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with guidelines.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention for residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals to community services.
• Advocate for residents’ rights and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate staff and support compliance and survey readiness.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Resident advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

Full-Time

Hilltop at Blue River - Kansas City, MO

Lead with heart. Make a difference every day.

Hilltop at Blue River is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Services Director to oversee psychosocial care in our skilled nursing facility. In this leadership role, you will support the emotional, social, and mental well-well-being of our residents, ensuring smooth transitions and a high quality of life.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a human services-related field (such as Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, or Rehabilitation Counseling).
• Minimum of one year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working with elderly populations.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention for residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals to community services.
• Advocate for residents’ rights and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate staff and support compliance and survey readiness.

Why Work With Us:

• Join a mission-driven team focused on resident-centered care and compassion.
• Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of a modern, well-resourced skilled nursing facility.

About Hilltop at Blue River:

Located in Kansas City, Missouri, Hilltop at Blue River provides high-quality short-and-long-term care. We are committed to promoting dignity, respect, and individualized attention in a caring environment that supports both residents and team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hilltop at Blue River is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.