Social Worker - Assistant Director

River Garden Senior Services - River Garden Hebrew Home For The Aged; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

River Garden Hebrew Home in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Social Worker Professional (BSW or MSW) to lead the Social Services Department in a premier long-term care facility. The role offers the opportunity to impact residents and families while supporting a high-performing interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a current Social Worker license (MSW preferred) and 3–5 years in healthcare, with prior supervisory experience and strong knowledge of relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Social Worker, MSW required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in long-term care, skilled nursing, or post-acute care
• Prior management or supervisory experience required
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations related to long-term care social services
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in the leadership and daily operations of the Social Services Department
• Conduct and oversee psychosocial assessments and care planning processes
• Provide oversight of BIMS assessments and ensure compliance with assessment schedules
• Coordinate and monitor PASRR screenings and documentation
• Support and oversee completion of social service assessments and required resident documentation
• Participate in the MDS process and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support regulatory compliance and quality outcomes
• Investigate, document, and resolve resident and family grievances in a timely and professional manner
• Provide counseling, advocacy, discharge planning, and support services to residents and families
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and facility policies
• Mentor and support Social Services staff while promoting a resident-centered culture

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

MSW or MSW

Job description

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Job Id:430

# of Openings:1

Join One of Northeast Florida's Premier Senior Care Communities

River Garden Hebrew Home, an award-winning, not-for-profit, five-star nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Jacksonville's beautiful Mandarin area, is seeking a dedicated Social Worker Professional (BSW or MSW) to help lead our Social Services Department within a premier long-term care and rehabilitation facility.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and families while supporting a high-performing interdisciplinary team committed to providing exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Social Worker, MSW required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in long-term care, skilled nursing, or post-acute care
• Prior management or supervisory experience required
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations related to long-term care social services
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in the leadership and daily operations of the Social Services Department
• Conduct and oversee psychosocial assessments and care planning processes
• Provide oversight of BIMS assessments and ensure compliance with assessment schedules
• Coordinate and monitor PASRR screenings and documentation
• Support and oversee completion of social service assessments and required resident documentation
• Participate in the MDS process and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support regulatory compliance and quality outcomes
• Investigate, document, and resolve resident and family grievances in a timely and professional manner
• Provide counseling, advocacy, discharge planning, and support services to residents and families
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and facility policies
• Mentor and support Social Services staff while promoting a resident-centered culture

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Supportive team environment dedicated to excellence in resident care

If you are an experienced Social Worker looking growth potential who combines strong clinical knowledge with proven leadership ability, we invite you to join our team and help make a difference every day.

Background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for this position.

For additional information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

River Garden Hebrew Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.