Social Worker, MSW

Silverado; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Discount Programs

Job summary

Silverado seeks a Director of Resident and Family Services in Berkeley, CA to lead emotional and psychosocial support for residents and families. This role requires a Master’s in Social Work, experience with older adults, and an understanding of memory care. Responsibilities include advocating for residents and collaborating with teams to enhance quality of life.

Benefits include competitive pay between $85,000 and $95,000, health insurance, 401(k) matching, and unique perks like pet insurance. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with older adults.
• Experience supporting individuals with memory impairment and their families highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Support residents and families in understanding and coping with psychosocial challenges.
• Promote the community to civic and memory impairment-related groups.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Understanding of memory care

Advocacy for residents and families

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Join Silverado Berkeley, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Director of Resident and Family Services (MSW) – a compassionate and knowledgeable leader who supports residents and families through the emotional and psychosocial aspects of aging and dementia.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader! You’re a social worker with a heart for service and a deep understanding of memory care. You thrive in emotionally complex situations, advocate for residents and families, and collaborate across departments to enhance quality of life.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support residents and families in understanding and coping with the psychosocial challenges of aging and dementia
• Promote the community to civic and memory impairment-related groups, reflecting Silverado’s mission and quality of care
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and performance evaluations of team members under your supervision
• Maintain continuing education through academic studies, seminars, and workshops
• Participate in in-services, staff meetings, and case conferences
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work required
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with older adults
• Experience supporting individuals with memory impairment and their families highly desirable
• Professional or volunteer experience with memory impairment organizations helpful
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and outreach needs
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Comfortable working in an environment with animals and pets
• May be required to work outside of regular hours depending on business needs
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™ – ranked #6 nationwide
• Certified Great Place to Work® – seven consecutive years
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday

Anticipated pay range $85,000 - $95,000 USD

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) / M/F/D/V