Social Services Director

Royal Braintree Nursing and Rehab– AuthentiCare Health Centers | Massachusetts

Join our Caring Family!

Royal, part of AuthentiCare Health Centers, is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Social Services Director to support residents and their families in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This role is essential to promoting resident well-being, coordinating social services, supporting transitions of care, and ensuring residents receive person-centered care.

If you are passionate about helping older adults maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including:

• Weekly pay

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Vacation, holiday, and sick pay

• Pay in lieu of benefits, where applicable

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee discount programs, including participating phone providers, club memberships, and other services

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning to support safe and appropriate transitions of care.

• Participate in resident care plan meetings, behavioral support discussions, and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Help residents and families adjust to the skilled nursing environment and changes in physical or cognitive abilities.

• Provide emotional support to residents and families regarding end-of-life concerns, grief, and other personal challenges.

• Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to establish goals at admission and develop plans to meet identified needs.

• Assess residents' psychosocial needs upon admission and at appropriate intervals throughout their stay.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential social services documentation in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.

• Support the completion and coordination of required assessments and documentation related to MDS, annual assessments, and quarterly reviews, as applicable to the role.

• Maintain knowledge of PASRR requirements and assist with applicable screening and coordination processes.

• Work collaboratively with nursing, rehabilitation, and other healthcare professionals to promote comprehensive, resident-centered care.

• Help address resident and family concerns while advocating for residents' rights, dignity, and quality of life.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or a related field, as required for the position.

• Current Massachusetts Social Work license, as required for the role.

• Previous experience working with older adults or in a geriatric setting is preferred.

• Two years of social work experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting is preferred but not required.

• Previous supervisory or management experience is an advantage.

• Experience working with residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia is preferred.

• Knowledge of PASRR, MDS, resident assessments, and long-term care regulations is preferred.

• Understanding of HIPAA privacy requirements and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.

• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding resident, employee, and company information.

• Professional, positive, and collaborative approach to working with people at all levels.

• Reliable attendance and the ability to meet the requirements of the position.

Join Our Caring Family

At Royal and AuthentiCare Health Centers, we believe quality care begins with compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to the people we serve. As our Social Services Director, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives while working alongside a dedicated healthcare team.

Apply today to become part of our team!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Royal and AuthentiCare Health Centers are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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