Director of Social Services

Vantage Care, LLC; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Competitive paid time off

Major holidays off

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in West Springfield is seeking a qualified Social Worker to support resident psychosocial needs. This role involves conducting assessments, developing care plans, and providing counseling. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and strong communication skills. Comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, and flexible scheduling offered. Join a passionate team dedicated to person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related Social Services field required.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and discharge planning processes.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete required social service assessments.
• Develop and update person-centered care plans.
• Provide counseling and support to residents and families.
• Assist with discharge planning and community resource coordination.
• Maintain accurate documentation per regulations.
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate community resources.
• Assist with advance directives and related documentation.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per state and federal requirements.
• Communicate needs to leadership and foster psychosocial well-being.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in interdisciplinary team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Overview

Social Worker - Skilled Nursing Facility
Vantage at West Springfield | West Springfield, MA

Vantage at West Springfield, a skilled nursing facility, is seeking a qualified and compassionate Social Worker to support the psychosocial needs of residents and their families. This role is an essential part of the interdisciplinary care team and focuses on resident advocacy, care planning, and discharge coordination in a long-term care setting.

The Social Worker is responsible for assessing, planning, and supporting residents’ emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being. This position works closely with nursing, therapy, administration, residents, and families to ensure person-centered care and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Complete required social service assessments, including psychosocial assessments and MDS documentation
• Develop, implement, and update person-centered care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Support residents adjusting to long-term care, illness, aging, and life transitions
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families related to grief, loss, and adjustment
• Address resident concerns and grievances in accordance with facility policies and regulations
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate appropriate community resources and services
• Assist residents and families with advance directives and related documentation (HCP, guardianship, etc.)
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation per state and federal requirements
• Communicate resident needs and concerns to appropriate leadership
• Maintain regular contact with residents to promote psychosocial well-being and quality of life

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related Social Services field required
• Long-term care or skilled nursing facility experience preferred
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and discharge planning processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive paid time off
• Major holidays off

Vantage at West Springfield is an equal opportunity employer.