Social Services Director

Cedar Haven - Social Services DirectorCedar Haven Healthcare Center | Lebanon, PASchedule: Full-TimeCedar Haven Healthcare Center is seeking a dedicated Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department within our nursing home. This role serves as a liaison and advocate for residents' social interests and is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operations of the Social Services Department.Position Overview The Social Services Director ensures that residents' medically related social and emotional needs are identified and addressed through comprehensive assessments, individualized care planning, and ongoing support. This position plays a vital role in resident adjustment, family communication, crisis intervention, and regulatory compliance.Key Responsibilities Develop comprehensive social assessments and individualized care plans that identify medically related social and emotional needs, establish realistic goals, and outline specific interventionsActively participate in pre-admission and admission processesServe as a compassionate resource to residents and family members during periods of adjustment, crisis, or special needDocument residents' behavioral and psychosocial status accurately and timelyProvide individual and group support services to residents and familiesEstablish, coordinate, and support a volunteer program designed to meet specific social service needsOrient residents and families to the nursing center and assist with transition and adjustment to the new environmentEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing social services in long-term care settingsQualifications Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a related fieldPrevious long-term care (LTC) experience desirablePast supervisory experience preferredStrong knowledge of social service practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing long-term careExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectivelyBenefits Health & WellnessMedical and Prescription Drug CoverageDental and Vision PlansTelemedicine ProgramFinancial SecurityCompany-Paid Group Life InsuranceVoluntary Term Life InsuranceShort-Term Disability Coverage401(k) Savings PlanAdditional SupportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Commuter BenefitsPlanned Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave)DailyPay – View your earnings daily with the option to withdraw funds for a nominal feeEducation Assistance – New BenefitUp to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement*Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of non-federal nursing student loans**Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state laws and may vary depending on employment classification, job grade, location, and length of service.If you are passionate about advocating for residents and supporting families through meaningful transitions, we encourage you to apply today.#INDADMIN