Social Worker - Long-Term Care & Family Support

Melrose HealthCare; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical

FSA

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Life Assistance Program

Home and Auto Insurance Discounts

Verizon wireless discounts

Job summary

Melrose Healthcare seeks a licensed social worker (MSW, LICSW) to support residents and families, coordinate discharge planning, and liaise with families and clinical teams in a long-term care setting. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of relevant experience, a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field, and an active Social Work license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• Social Work License.
• 1–3 years minimum experience in social work or related field.

Responsibilities

• Promote resident morale and support residents and families.
• Lead in discharge planning and coordination with interdisciplinary team.
• Assist residents with applications for financial assistance and benefits.
• Provide counseling to residents and families on grief, loss and coping with changes.
• Explain Resident Rights to new admissions and ensure rights are upheld.
• Complete necessary paperwork including MDS and admission agreements.

Skills

Social work

Counseling

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Melrose Healthcare seeks a licensed social worker (MSW, LICSW) to support residents and families, coordinate discharge planning, and liaise with families and clinical teams in a long-term care setting. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of relevant experience, a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field, and an active Social Work license.