Social Worker/Services Director (Healthcare)

Job Description

Job Description

Social Worker/Services Director (Healthcare)

Terrace is looking for an outstanding Social Services Director to join their TEAM!

Position Summary

The Social Service Director oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of social service programs within a healthcare facility (such as a hospital, nursing home, or rehabilitation center). This role ensures that patients’ psychosocial, emotional, and practical needs are met in alignment with medical treatment goals and regulatory standards. The director also supervises social work staff and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support high-quality patient care.

What we offer you:

• Competitive Pay

• Referral Bonuses

• PayActiv

• Generous PTO

• Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances.

• 401K retirement plan.

ABOUT TERRACE - Located in Gainesville, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate social service policies and procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.

  • Coordinate psychosocial assessments and discharge planning for patients.

• Patient & Family Support

  • Advocate for patients’ rights and dignity.

  • Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and resource referrals to patients and families.

  • Address issues such as adjustment to illness, grief, financial hardship, and community reintegration.

• Collaboration & Communication

  • Serve as a liaison between patients, families, medical teams, and community agencies.

  • Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and contribute to care planning.

  • Build partnerships with external agencies for patient support services.

• Team Management

  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate social work staff.

  • Provide mentorship, professional development, and performance feedback.

  • Ensure adequate staffing coverage to meet patient needs.

• Administrative Duties

  • Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA and facility standards.

  • Manage departmental budget and resource allocation.

  • Prepare reports for senior leadership and regulatory agencies as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field (required).

• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or state equivalent strongly preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of social work experience in a healthcare setting; leadership/supervisory experience preferred.

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, discharge planning, and case management.

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and crisis management skills.

  • Ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and foster collaborative working relationships.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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