Director of Social Work

Make a Difference. Lead with Compassion. Inspire Meaningful Change.

Your Leadership. Their Well-Being. Our Commitment to Excellence.

If you're looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where your experience, compassion, and dedication can truly make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Are you a compassionate, experienced Social Work professional ready to take the next step in your career?

The Highlands Living Center is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Director of Social Work to lead our Social Work services and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who is passionate about resident advocacy, quality care, and creating a supportive, resident-centered environment.

What You'll Do
As our Director of Social Work, you'll play an essential role in supporting the emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents while collaborating with our interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Social Work department.
• Coordinate resident admissions, care transitions, and discharge planning.
• Advocate for residents' rights, dignity, and individual needs.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and resources to residents and families.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Rehabilitation, Administration, and other departments to ensure exceptional resident care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident assessments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and New York State regulations.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and community resources.
• Support and mentor Social Work team members.

• MSW required; Licensed Master’s in Social Work preferred, and 2-3 years’ experience in long-term care setting. Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of resident rights, discharge planning, and regulatory requirements.
• A compassionate, approachable leadership style and commitment to resident-centered care

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405BR