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Director of Social Work
Job Description: Director of Social Work
Make a Difference. Lead with Compassion. Inspire Meaningful Change.
Your Leadership. Their Well-Being. Our Commitment to Excellence.
If you're looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where your experience, compassion, and dedication can truly make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! Are you a compassionate, experienced Social Work professional ready to take the next step in your career?
The Highlands Living Center is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Director of Social Work to lead our Social Work services and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who is passionate about resident advocacy, quality care, and creating a supportive, resident-centered environment.
What You'll Do As our Director of Social Work, you'll play an essential role in supporting the emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents while collaborating with our interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities: • Provide leadership and oversight of the Social Work department. • Coordinate resident admissions, care transitions, and discharge planning. • Advocate for residents' rights, dignity, and individual needs. • Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and families. • Collaborate with Nursing, Rehabilitation, Administration, and other departments to ensure exceptional resident care. • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident assessments. • Ensure compliance with applicable federal and New York State regulations. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and community resources. • Support and mentor Social Work team members.
What We're Looking For • MSW required; Licensed Master’s in Social Work preferred, and 2-3 years’ experience in long-term care setting. Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred • Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred. • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Knowledge of resident rights, discharge planning, and regulatory requirements. • A compassionate, approachable leadership style and commitment to resident-centered care Your Leadership. Their Well-Being. Our Commitment to Excellence. If you're looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where your experience, compassion, and dedication can truly make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Pay Range: Exempt- $65,560-90,480 annually