Licensed Social Services Director

Job Description

Job Description

Social Worker / Director of Social Services

Skilled Nursing Facility – Maryland

Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift | On-site

Position Summary

We are seeking a licensed Social Worker to serve as Director of Social Services . This role is responsible for ensuring residents receive medically-related social services in compliance with Maryland COMAR regulations and federal CMS requirements , while supporting residents’ psychosocial well-being, discharge planning, and quality of life.

Regulatory & Licensing Requirements (Required)

To meet Maryland SNF regulations , candidates must meet the following:

• Active Maryland Social Work License , one of the following:

  • LBSW

  • LMSW

  • LCSW

  • LCSW-C

• License must be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners

• Experience or demonstrated competency in long-term care / skilled nursing

• Ability to comply with COMAR 10.07.02.30 and 42 CFR §483.15

Applicants without a Maryland social work license will not be considered.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate medically-related social services to meet residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and behavioral health needs

• Complete and maintain initial social history assessments within required regulatory timeframes (including within 7 days of admission)

• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning , MDS coordination, and care conferences

• Lead and support discharge planning , including coordination with families, hospitals, and community resources

• Provide counseling and support to residents and families regarding:

  • Adjustment to illness or placement

  • Advance directives

  • Resident rights and grievance processes

• Ensure accurate, timely, and survey-ready documentation

• Maintain confidentiality and provide services in a private and appropriate setting

• Ensure compliance with:

  • Maryland COMAR regulations

  • CMS Conditions of Participation

  • Resident Rights requirements

• Serve as the facility lead for social services during state and federal surveys

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in:

  • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)

  • Long-Term Care

  • Sub-acute or post-acute care

• Familiarity with:

  • MDS process

  • Care planning systems

  • Maryland survey process

• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Strong leadership and interdisciplinary support

• Regulatory-focused environment with survey preparedness emphasis

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident quality of life

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of our organization.

 

#IND123