Social Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must meet applicable state and federal qualifications for the assigned Social Services and Activities Director responsibilities
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and respectful approach when working with residents and families
• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to develop programs that reflect residents’ interests and abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Ability to complete accurate documentation and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, dietary, administration, and other departments
• Must successfully complete all required background checks, health screenings, and employment requirements

Nice To Haves

• Experience in long-term care, social services, case management, senior care, recreational programming, or a related field preferred
• Previous leadership or department-management experience preferred
• Knowledge of residents’ rights and long-term care regulations preferred
• Basic computer skills and experience with electronic health records preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments for new and existing residents
• Support the admission process and ensure residents and families feel welcomed, informed, and supported
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and document residents’ needs, preferences, goals, and progress
• Provide emotional support, crisis intervention, advocacy, and problem-solving assistance
• Communicate regularly with residents, families, responsible parties, and interdisciplinary team members
• Coordinate discharge planning, referrals, transportation, equipment, and community-based services
• Assist residents and families with forms, applications, advance directives, and available community resources
• Address resident concerns and grievances promptly and professionally
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, choice, and quality of life
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with facility policies and state and federal regulations
• Plan, develop, and oversee a comprehensive activities program based on residents’ interests, abilities, needs, and preferences
• Create and maintain a diverse monthly activity calendar that includes social, recreational, educational, cultural, spiritual, and therapeutic programming
• Conduct resident activity assessments and contribute individualized goals and interventions to each resident’s care plan
• Provide group, small-group, bedside, and one-on-one activities for residents with varying levels of ability
• Encourage resident participation and adapt programming to support residents with cognitive, physical, or sensory limitations
• Coordinate special events, entertainment, holiday programs, outings, and community involvement
• Recruit, coordinate, and supervise volunteers and community partners
• Manage departmental operations, staffing, supplies, documentation, and budgetary needs
• Track resident participation and evaluate the effectiveness of activity programming
• Ensure activities are conducted safely and in accordance with residents’ rights, facility policies, and applicable regulations
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, resident council meetings, and interdisciplinary care conferences

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Supportive and team-focused work environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ daily lives