Social Services Specialist – Long-Term Care

Genesiscareers; Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Virtual health care

Job summary

Genesiscareers is seeking a Social Services Specialist at a nursing center to assess patients and residents, identify social, emotional and mental health needs, and coordinate services to improve quality of life.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, contribute to care planning, meet with families, and establish referrals to community resources while ensuring ethical and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes compassionate communication and NASW-aligned practice.

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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote and protect patient/resident rights and well-being.
• Participate in the development of a written, interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient/resident to address social service needs.
• Hold meetings with patients/residents, families, and significant others to provide support and information to improve quality of life.
• Perform patient/resident discharge planning activities such as family/patient education, nursing center documentation and referrals to appropriate agencies and suppliers.
• Establish relationships and maintain contact and referral flow with community-based agencies/services that benefit our patient/resident population.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in social work orHUM

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field

Job description

Genesiscareers is seeking a Social Services Specialist at a nursing center to assess patients and residents, identify social, emotional and mental health needs, and coordinate services to improve quality of life.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, contribute to care planning, meet with families, and establish referrals to community resources while ensuring ethical and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes compassionate communication and NASW-aligned practice.