Social Services Director

Join Our Team as a Social Services Director! Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center Pagosa Springs, Colorado Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Services Director to lead our social services department and support resident-centered care within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. This leadership opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about resident advocacy, care coordination, and supporting residents and their families throughout their healthcare journey. Why Join Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center? At Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team. We offer: Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Employer-sponsored life insurance Career growth and advancement opportunities Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Employee referral bonuses Employee Assistance Fund Supportive leadership and management team Collaborative and resident-focused work environment Your Role As the Social Services Director , you will play an important role in supporting the emotional, social, and overall well-being of our residents. Responsibilities include: Oversee and direct social services operations within the facility Conduct psychosocial assessments and maintain required documentation Participate in care planning and provide appropriate input for MDS assessments Advocate for residents' emotional, social, and mental well-being Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team during care conferences and care planning Assist residents and families with discharge planning, transfers, and accessing community resources Build positive relationships with residents, families, and community partners Support smooth transitions of care and discharge planning Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal regulations Help support resident engagement and quality-of-life initiatives Provide guidance and leadership within the social services department Who We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field preferred Current Colorado social work licensure or eligibility preferred Previous experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care strongly preferred Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and regulatory requirements preferred Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills Compassionate and committed to resident advocacy and person-centered care Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and an interdisciplinary healthcare team Why This Role Matters As the Social Services Director, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and families while helping ensure their emotional and social needs are supported. Your work will play an important role in helping residents feel heard, respected, supported, and connected throughout their stay at Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about advocating for others and want to make a meaningful impact in a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you! Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 119 Bastille Drive Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 #J-18808-Ljbffr Pine-Ridge-Rehabilitation-and-Healthcare-Center-LLC