Social Work Director: Gerontology Leader in Resident Care

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pawtucket Falls Health Care is seeking a Social Worker Director to lead our social work team and ensure the emotional and social well-being of our residents. You will develop individualized care plans, mentor staff, and collaborate across disciplines to coordinate comprehensive care.

The role focuses on guiding staff, building external community partnerships, and upholding regulatory standards to drive resident satisfaction and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field.
• LCSW licensure required.
• Minimum 1 year of social work experience in gerontology/long-term care.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication with residents, families, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of social workers providing emotional and social care to residents.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for care planning and coordination.
• Guide and develop social workers, fostering growth.
• Build relationships with community resources to expand services.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Participate in quality improvement to improve resident outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

MSW or related field

LCSW licensure

Job description

Pawtucket Falls Health Care is seeking a Social Worker Director to lead our social work team and ensure the emotional and social well-being of our residents. You will develop individualized care plans, mentor staff, and collaborate across disciplines to coordinate comprehensive care.

The role focuses on guiding staff, building external community partnerships, and upholding regulatory standards to drive resident satisfaction and outcomes.