Social Services Director - Long-Term Care Leadership

River Garden Senior Services - River Garden Hebrew Home For The Aged; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

River Garden Hebrew Home in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Social Worker Professional (BSW or MSW) to lead the Social Services Department in a premier long-term care facility. The role offers the opportunity to impact residents and families while supporting a high-performing interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a current Social Worker license (MSW preferred) and 3–5 years in healthcare, with prior supervisory experience and strong knowledge of relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Social Worker, MSW required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in long-term care, skilled nursing, or post-acute care
• Prior management or supervisory experience required
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations related to long-term care social services
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in the leadership and daily operations of the Social Services Department
• Conduct and oversee psychosocial assessments and care planning processes
• Provide oversight of BIMS assessments and ensure compliance with assessment schedules
• Coordinate and monitor PASRR screenings and documentation
• Support and oversee completion of social service assessments and required resident documentation
• Participate in the MDS process and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support regulatory compliance and quality outcomes
• Investigate, document, and resolve resident and family grievances in a timely and professional manner
• Provide counseling, advocacy, discharge planning, and support services to residents and families
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and facility policies
• Mentor and support Social Services staff while promoting a resident-centered culture

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

MSW or MSW

Job description

River Garden Hebrew Home in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Social Worker Professional (BSW or MSW) to lead the Social Services Department in a premier long-term care facility. The role offers the opportunity to impact residents and families while supporting a high-performing interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a current Social Worker license (MSW preferred) and 3–5 years in healthcare, with prior supervisory experience and strong knowledge of relevant regulations.