Social Services Director

Social Services Director Cedar Haven Healthcare Center | Lebanon, PA Schedule: Full-Time Cedar Haven Healthcare Center is seeking a dedicated Social Services Director to lead the Social Services Department within our nursing home. This role serves as a liaison and advocate for residents’ social interests and is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operations of the Social Services Department. Position Overview The Social Services Director ensures that residents’ medically related social and emotional needs are identified and addressed through comprehensive assessments, individualized care planning, and ongoing support. This position plays a vital role in resident adjustment, family communication, crisis intervention, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Develop comprehensive social assessments and individualized care plans that identify medically related social and emotional needs, establish realistic goals, and outline specific interventions Actively participate in pre-admission and admission processes Serve as a compassionate resource to residents and family members during periods of adjustment, crisis, or special need Document residents’ behavioral and psychosocial status accurately and timely Provide individual and group support services to residents and families Establish, coordinate, and support a volunteer program designed to meet specific social service needs Orient residents and families to the nursing center and assist with transition and adjustment to the new environment Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing social services in long-term care settings Qualifications Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field Previous long-term care (LTC) experience desirable Past supervisory experience preferred Strong knowledge of social service practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing long-term care Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively Benefits Health & Wellness Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage Dental and Vision Plans Telemedicine Program Financial Security Company-Paid Group Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Coverage 401(k) Savings Plan Additional Support Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commuter Benefits Planned Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave) DailyPay – View your earnings daily with the option to withdraw funds for a nominal fee Education Assistance – New Benefit Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement* Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of non-federal nursing student loans* *Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state laws and may vary depending on employment classification, job grade, location, and length of service. If you are passionate about advocating for residents and supporting families through meaningful transitions, we encourage you to apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cedar-Haven