What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Social Worker (Temp) position at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay & Senior Options, LLC?
Location: 3100 Shore Dr. Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Reports to: Healthcare Administrator
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (open to PRN availability, but FT preferred).
About Us
Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.
Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.
We Live Our Values Every Day
The Hoy Center at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay takes a holistic approach to skilled nursing care and aging. Our person-centric living aligns the delivery of care with individual needs and preferences. The Hoy features home-like, comfortable settings, which we call Lighthouses, each with a family room and e-concept kitchen. These modern and open private rooms are comfortable, well-appointed and tastefully designed. The Lighthouses include the Rose Island, Mission Point, Point Lookout, Cape Henry and Point Roberts.
Residents on each floor enjoy breathtaking views and refreshing ocean breezes on three spacious and striking outdoor terraces, we call Observation Decks. The Fletcher Prayer Room, which provides a dedicated, peaceful sanctuary for contemplation and prayer is also available to our residents.
Many of our exceptional staff come from some of the best hospitals and nursing centers in the region, and many others have built their careers and reputations right here in the community. Join our team and elevate your career by supporting skilled nursing, long term and memory care or rehabilitation services. Skilled Nursing/Memory Care/Rehabilitation
To learn more: https://www.wcbay.com/services/skilled-nursing/
The Senior Social Worker provides comprehensive social work services and case management to residents of The Hoy Center. This role coordinates bed management across Westminster-Canterbury’s Enhanced Services, The Hoy Center, and the broader community, ensuring efficient transitions and continuity of care. The Senior Social Worker oversees transfers within the Westminster-Canterbury population and collaborates on discharge planning for both residents and community members, ensuring all discharges are safe, well-coordinated, and supported with appropriate follow-up care.
In addition, the Senior Social Worker fosters a warm, supportive environment that promotes personal connection and a calm atmosphere for residents and families. This individual consistently models the organization’s core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, while also holding others accountable to the same standards.
What You’ll Do In This Role
The Experience You’ll Bring
Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.
Reports to: Healthcare Administrator
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (open to PRN availability, but FT preferred).
About Us
Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.
Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.
We Live Our Values Every Day
- Respect for every person
- Passion for what we do
- Professionalism in all we do
The Hoy Center at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay takes a holistic approach to skilled nursing care and aging. Our person-centric living aligns the delivery of care with individual needs and preferences. The Hoy features home-like, comfortable settings, which we call Lighthouses, each with a family room and e-concept kitchen. These modern and open private rooms are comfortable, well-appointed and tastefully designed. The Lighthouses include the Rose Island, Mission Point, Point Lookout, Cape Henry and Point Roberts.
Residents on each floor enjoy breathtaking views and refreshing ocean breezes on three spacious and striking outdoor terraces, we call Observation Decks. The Fletcher Prayer Room, which provides a dedicated, peaceful sanctuary for contemplation and prayer is also available to our residents.
Many of our exceptional staff come from some of the best hospitals and nursing centers in the region, and many others have built their careers and reputations right here in the community. Join our team and elevate your career by supporting skilled nursing, long term and memory care or rehabilitation services. Skilled Nursing/Memory Care/Rehabilitation
To learn more: https://www.wcbay.com/services/skilled-nursing/
The Senior Social Worker provides comprehensive social work services and case management to residents of The Hoy Center. This role coordinates bed management across Westminster-Canterbury’s Enhanced Services, The Hoy Center, and the broader community, ensuring efficient transitions and continuity of care. The Senior Social Worker oversees transfers within the Westminster-Canterbury population and collaborates on discharge planning for both residents and community members, ensuring all discharges are safe, well-coordinated, and supported with appropriate follow-up care.
In addition, the Senior Social Worker fosters a warm, supportive environment that promotes personal connection and a calm atmosphere for residents and families. This individual consistently models the organization’s core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, while also holding others accountable to the same standards.
What You’ll Do In This Role
- Establish relationships with residents and family members to serve as psycho-social liaison through all stages of residency.
- Participate in developing and implementing individual resident care plans.
- Organize and lead Interdisciplinary care planning meetings.
- Perform shopping needs for residents in The Hoy Center.
- Assist residents and family members with Medicaid eligibility and application process.
- Maintain knowledge base of relative Medicaid and Medicare guidelines, documentation and program requirements.
- Maintain social work documentation consistent with regulatory requirements, including completion of social histories, MDS assessments, and Medicare Notices of Non-Coverage.
- Participate in meetings as assigned, including daily PDPM review, Resident Review meetings, bundled meetings.
- Address and resolve resident concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Serve as a liaison with the interdisciplinary team for grievance follow up.
- Participate in investigations, including Facility Reported Incidents and follow up interviews and action plans.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with bundled partners and manage communications with partners to promote resident quality of care.
- Serve as the resident advocate in upholding Resident Rights and Responsibilities.
- Serve as Administrator on Call for the campus for a one-week period.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate the ability to work with the aging population in an effort to maintain the highest quality of life.
- Strong communication skills and builds positive, professional relationships with others.
- Effectively manage internal and external inquiries while supervising, training, and supporting team members.
- Able to exercise discretion and work independently.
- Ability to climb stairs, stand or walk for extended periods.
- May be required to assist in the lift, turns of residents.
The Experience You’ll Bring
- Bachelors' degree in Social Work or degree in Human Services.
- Minimum of two years of social work experience in a long-term care setting.
- Has familiarity with patient charts, medical terminology, and documentation procedures.
- Familiarity with Microsoft applications and Google Suite, and knowledge in EMRs.
- Flu-Vaccinated
- Previous experience working with a senior living community.
- COVID-19 Vaccinated. As of now, the 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccine formulation is being distributed to providers and pharmacies; however, it has not yet received official approval from the CDC. In Virginia, pharmacists may administer COVID-19 vaccines under the Virginia Board of Pharmacy’s statewide protocols or with a direct order from a licensed medical provider. We encourage all new hires to consult with their healthcare provider regarding the most current vaccination recommendations. Please be aware that, depending on future CDC guidance or regulatory updates, we may require proof of the most recent COVID-19 vaccination as part of our ongoing commitment to health and safety.
- Compensation Range: $32.00/Hour
- Full-Time Employee (and eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits & Perks Include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Available Day One!)
- Life & Disability Insurance (Short- and Long-Term)
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays ( 2 Floating Holidays)
- Tuition Assistance Scholarships for You & Your Family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans
- Team Member Discounts
- Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities
Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.
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