Social Worker: Skilled Nursing & Discharge Advocate

Healthcare Nursing and Rehab; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Mon-Fri schedule

PTO & holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Professional development

Leadership support

Resident-centered care

Job summary

Healthcare Nursing and Rehab in Wayne, NJ is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. You will advocate for residents, support discharge planning, and enhance quality of life for post-acute and long-term care residents.

The role combines clinical judgment with empathy, communication, and teamwork as you help residents and families navigate healthcare challenges, participate in care planning, and coordinate resources. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of discharge planning and resident rights.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with residents, families, physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support to residents and families.
• Conduct social service assessments and document findings.
• Assist with care planning and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Facilitate resident and family meetings as needed.
• Assist residents in accessing community resources and support services.
• Address concerns related to resident rights, adjustment, and quality of life.
• Support admissions and orientation processes when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Healthcare Nursing and Rehab in Wayne, NJ is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. You will advocate for residents, support discharge planning, and enhance quality of life for post-acute and long-term care residents.

The role combines clinical judgment with empathy, communication, and teamwork as you help residents and families navigate healthcare challenges, participate in care planning, and coordinate resources. Equal opportunity employer.