Director of Social Work

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Social Work | Sequim Bay Post Acute | $27 – $35/hr

Do you want to lead the team that shapes how residents and families experience one of the biggest transitions of their lives? Sequim Bay Post Acute in Sequim, WA is looking for a Director of Social Work to lead our social services department and be the trusted advocate for our residents, guiding them and their families from admission through discharge with compassion and clear communication.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the social services department, setting priorities and making sure every resident’s psychosocial needs are met

• Support the admission process by meeting with prospective residents, families, and responsible parties

• Complete the Social Service Assessment, Discharge Planning, and MDS sections in our EMR within seven days of admission, and keep progress notes current at least quarterly

• Build and document care plans with clear, measurable goals for each resident’s social service needs

• Guide discharge planning, including placement, home health services, and transportation

• Help residents and families with benefits and financial or legal matters, such as Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, VA benefits, and funeral preplanning referrals

• Keep families informed about changes in health, goals, and discharge plans, and encourage their participation in care planning

• Support residents in making their own health care decisions, including advance directives and who they want involved

• Provide or arrange counseling services and support residents who are grieving

• Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and obtain adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items

• Explore alternatives to drug therapy and restraints by assessing each resident’s needs

• Supervise Social Services Assistant(s) and coach staff on supporting each resident’s individual needs and preferences

• Help resolve grievances raised by residents, families, or the ombudsman

• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan conferences, Resident and Family Group meetings, QA programs, and facility committees

• Lead one in-service annually and attend staff meetings and trainings

• Protect resident confidentiality and follow infection control and safety policies

Why Work Here

• Competitive pay: $27 – $35/hr

• A leadership role with real influence on resident dignity, choice, and quality of life

• A collaborative interdisciplinary team that values the social work voice in care planning

• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and grow within a skilled nursing environment

• Work and live on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• PTO

• Competitive compensation package

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A supportive and collaborative work environment

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field

• Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred

• 1+ year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with individuals

• Current Social Services certification or licensure as required for this role

• Experience documenting in an electronic medical record, plus basic computer skills (online applications, Word, and Excel)

• Strong communication skills for working with residents, families, staff, and outside agencies

• Ability to read, speak, and understand English

Sequim Bay Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.