Social Services Director

Excelsior Care Group; Rochelle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical & Dental

Employee Recognition

Company perks

Collaborative team

Professional growth

Job summary

Chateau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rochelle Park, NJ, is hiring a Social Services Director to lead our social services department. The role focuses on resident advocacy, discharge planning, and ensuring high-quality psychosocial care in compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (BSW/MSW preferred) with at least 2 years of healthcare social work experience and prior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; BSW/MSW preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of social work experience in healthcare, rehab, or long-term care.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing facility regulations, discharge planning, and resident rights.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all social services programs within the facility.
• Lead discharge planning and coordinate community resources and post-discharge services.
• Assess residents' psychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Advocate for resident rights and ensure dignity, respect, and quality of life.
• Provide counseling, support, and education to residents and their families.
• Facilitate resident and family care conferences.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local long-term care regulations.
• Develop and maintain social services policies and procedures.
• Assist with surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community agencies and healthcare organizations.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Supervise and mentor Social Services staff as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Documentation

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

BSW/MSW preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Facility: Chateau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Location: Rochelle Park, NJ

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Salary: $90,000–$95,000 annually

Lead with Compassion. Make a Lasting Impact.

Chateau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dedicated Social Services Director to lead our Social Services Department. In this leadership role, you will advocate for residents, support families, oversee discharge planning, and ensure the highest level of psychosocial care while maintaining compliance with all state and federal regulations.

If you're passionate about improving lives, building meaningful relationships, and making a difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Direct and oversee all social services programs within the facility
• Lead discharge planning and coordinate community resources and post-discharge services
• Assess residents' psychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans
• Advocate for resident rights and ensure dignity, respect, and quality of life
• Provide counseling, support, and education to residents and their families
• Facilitate resident and family care conferences
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local long-term care regulations
• Develop and maintain social services policies and procedures
• Assist with surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives
• Build and maintain partnerships with community agencies and healthcare organizations
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Supervise and mentor Social Services staff as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work (BSW/MSW) preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of social work experience in a healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing facility regulations, discharge planning, and resident rights
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners
• Compassionate, professional, and resident-focused approach
• Must meet all applicable health and employment requirements

Benefits & Perks

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company Perks and Employee Discounts
• Supportive, Collaborative Team Environment
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Career Advancement

Join Our Team

If you're ready to lead a dedicated social services team while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families