Social Work Director

Near Riverhead, NY; Stirling (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership and team

Interdisciplinary team environment

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a Director of Social Work in the United States to lead resident rights initiatives, coordinate behavioral health referrals, and ensure compliant documentation in a skilled nursing setting. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary care, quality assurance, and strong collaboration with facility leadership.

The ideal candidate holds a BSW with MSW preferred, NY LMSW/LCSW preferred, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience, including supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BSW required; MSW preferred.
• Current NY social work licensure (LMSW or LCSW) preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of social work experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare.
• Supervisory or department leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Thorough understanding of CMS and NYS nursing home regulations and resident rights.
• Knowledge of discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and interdisciplinary care coordination.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records (PointClickCare or similar).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive resident and family situations professionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resident rights initiatives and promote dignity, autonomy, and self-determination.
• Coordinate behavioral health referrals, mental health services, and supportive counseling as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation per regulatory requirements.
• Participate in regulatory surveys, complaint investigations, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Assist with reducing avoidable hospital readmissions through discharge planning and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community agencies and healthcare organizations.
• Participate in QAPI programs.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to improve resident satisfaction, family communication, and overall quality of care.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

BSW

MSW preferred

LMSW or LCSW preferred

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

• Oversee resident rights initiatives and promote resident dignity, autonomy, and self-determination.

• Coordinate behavioral health referrals, mental health services, and supportive counseling as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Participate in regulatory surveys, complaint investigations, and quality assurance initiatives.

• Assist with reducing avoidable hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning and interdisciplinary coordination.

• Establish and maintain relationships with community agencies and healthcare organizations.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.

• Collaborate with facility leadership to improve resident satisfaction, family communication, and overall quality of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) required; Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.

• Current New York State social work licensure (LMSW or LCSW) preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of social work experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or healthcare setting preferred.

• Previous supervisory or department leadership experience strongly preferred.

• Thorough understanding of CMS regulations, New York State nursing home regulations, and resident rights.

• Strong knowledge of discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and interdisciplinary care coordination.

• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with PointClickCare or similar electronic medical records preferred.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and manage sensitive resident and family situations professionally.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: $100,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits may include, subject to eligibility:

• Health insurance

• Dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off

• Retirement savings options

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary team environment

Why Join Our Team?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional seeking a leadership position within an established skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

We are committed to providing exceptional resident-centered care while fostering a collaborative, respectful, and supportive work environment.

The Director of Social Work will play an essential role in strengthening resident services, supporting families, and contributing to the facility's continued success.