Social Worker

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Employee Perks & Discount Programs

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center in New York is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. This role focuses on psychosocial assessment, care planning, and supporting residents through discharge transitions.

Responsibilities include developing individualized care plans, participating in care conferences, coordinating admissions and discharges, and guiding residents and families through

Qualifications

• BSW or MSW preferred
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of discharge planning and care coordination

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ social, emotional, and psychosocial needs
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge planning
• Assist with securing home care services, durable medical equipment (DME), and community resources
• Provide support and guidance to residents and families throughout their stay
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure continuity of care
• Assist with financial documentation and resident education as needed
• Advocate for resident rights and quality of life

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

PCC familiarity

MDS 3.0 familiarity

Education

BSW

MSW

Job description

Social Worker
Full-Time | Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation
Salary: Up to $80,000 per year

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a large, fast-paced rehabilitation and long-term care environment focused on delivering high-quality resident-centered care.

About Us

Our facility offers a dynamic clinical setting with a strong focus on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. With a large bed capacity and a state-of-the-art rehab program, we provide services seven days a week and foster a collaborative environment that supports both professional growth and exceptional patient outcomes.

Social Worker Position Overview

The Social Worker plays a key role in supporting residents and their families by addressing psychosocial needs, facilitating care planning, and ensuring safe and effective discharge transitions.

Social Worker Key Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ social, emotional, and psychosocial needs
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge planning
• Assist with securing home care services, durable medical equipment (DME), and community resources
• Provide support and guidance to residents and families throughout their stay
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure continuity of care
• Assist with financial documentation and resident education as needed
• Advocate for resident rights and quality of life

Social Worker Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW), Master’s Degree (MSW), or related field preferred
• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of discharge planning, community resources, and care coordination
• Familiarity with PCC and MDS 3.0 is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to $80,000 annually (based on experience)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Perks & Discount Programs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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