Social Work Director

Skilled Nursing of Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Job summary

Skilled Nursing of Staten Island in Staten Island, NY is seeking an experienced Director of Social Work to lead our social services department in a premier rehabilitation and skilled nursing setting.

You will oversee resident assessments and care planning, discharge planning from admission, and supervise staff while ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. A Daily Pay option is available to provide flexible access to earned wages.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) required.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a Long-Term Care setting.
• Knowledge of State and Federal healthcare guidelines and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct, establish, and plan overall department goals, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee resident assessments, personalized care planning, and transition/adjustment support.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise Social Services Department staff.
• Manage discharge planning initiatives starting from resident admission.
• Occasional community outreach to foster local partnerships.
• Apply extensive clinical judgment, creativity, and industry best practices to achieve quality-of-care goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Creativity

Education

MSW or LSW

Job description

Director of Social Work (DSW)

Staten Island, NY | Full-Time

About the Opportunity

A premiere rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in Staten Island, NY is seeking an experienced Director of Social Work (DSW) to lead our Social Services Department. Our facility is dedicated to providing a warm, nurturing environment that maintains each resident’s dignity, individuality, and independence as part of a trusted healthcare network.

We offer competitive compensation and Daily Pay options through a trusted third-party provider, giving you immediate access to your earned wages

Key Responsibilities

• Direct, establish, and plan overall department goals, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee resident assessments, personalized care planning, and transition/adjustment support.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise Social Services Department staff.
• Manage discharge planning initiatives starting from resident admission.
• Perform occasional community outreach to foster local partnerships.
• Apply extensive clinical judgment, creativity, and industry best practices to achieve quality-of-care goals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education/Licensure: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) required.
• Experience: 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC) setting.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of applicable State and Federal healthcare guidelines and regulations.
• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership capabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V

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