Social Services Director

Avir at Lancaster We are seeking a ROCKSTAR Social Worker who is compassionate and driven by a genuine desire to help others. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives and want to be part of a team committed to excellence, we would love to have you join us. Let’s work together to enhance the quality of care and services we provide to our residents! Licensed Social Worker (Skilled Nursing Facility) Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about improving the lives of residents. In this role, you will assess and address the psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs of our residents while ensuring access to appropriate services. All services will be delivered in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Qualifications Licensed, certified, or registered Social Worker in the state of practice (required) Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related Human Services field (e.g., Sociology, Psychology, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling) from an accredited institution (required) Minimum 1 year of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting with geriatric populations (required) 2+ years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (preferred) Key Responsibilities Complete comprehensive social histories and psychosocial assessments for each resident Contribute to and utilize the Minimum Data Set (MDS) to guide individualized care planning Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation, including: Care plans, assessments, progress notes Advance directives, PASARR, discharge planning Behavioral tracking and psychosocial monitoring Advocate for and uphold resident rights, including self-determination and informed decision-making Participate in developing and implementing interdisciplinary care plans Provide therapeutic support to help residents adjust to long-term care environments Educate and support residents, families, and caregivers regarding care and available resources Coordinate discharge planning and community referrals Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote resident well-being and safety, including abuse prevention Assist with survey readiness and regulatory compliance Support the Social Services department in program development and improvement Why Join Us? At Brentwood Place Two, we are committed to creating a supportive, compassionate environment where residents thrive—and where team members feel valued and empowered to make a difference every day. Equal Opportunity Employer Avir at Lancaster provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr