What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Social Services position at Crown Healthcare Group?
New Lebanon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a leading skilled nursing facility committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. We believe in fostering an environment of healing, respect, and dignity for each individual. Guided by our mission of Excellence in Care, we are currently seeking a Director of Social Services to join our dedicated team and support the emotional and psychosocial well-being of our residents.
Position Overview:
As the Director of Social Services at New Lebanon, you will be a key advocate for our residents and their families, ensuring their psychosocial needs are met through personalized care planning, supportive counseling, and effective coordination of services. You will collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to promote a nurturing, person-centered environment and smooth transitions for residents throughout their care journey.
What You’ll Do:
If you’re a passionate and dedicated social work professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
New Lebanon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At New Lebanon, we are guided by one simple principle: Excellence in Care. Join us and help make a difference—one resident at a time.
Position Overview:
As the Director of Social Services at New Lebanon, you will be a key advocate for our residents and their families, ensuring their psychosocial needs are met through personalized care planning, supportive counseling, and effective coordination of services. You will collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to promote a nurturing, person-centered environment and smooth transitions for residents throughout their care journey.
What You’ll Do:
- Resident Advocacy: Support residents’ rights, dignity, and independence while serving as their advocate in care-related matters.
- Care Planning: Participate in the development of individualized care plans with a focus on psychosocial needs.
- Admissions & Discharge Planning: Facilitate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, working closely with families and external agencies.
- Emotional Support: Provide counseling and crisis intervention to residents and families as needed.
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all social services documentation meets regulatory standards and is up to date in resident records.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with nursing, therapy, and administrative staff to address resident concerns and enhance care outcomes.
- Community Resource Coordination: Connect residents and families to necessary outside resources and support services.
- Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required; LSW or higher preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare setting strongly preferred.
- Empathy & Communication: Compassionate professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Strong documentation, planning, and time management skills.
- Team-Focused: Willingness to work collaboratively across departments to enhance resident quality of life.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing social services in long-term care.
- Excellence in Care: Be part of a team that prioritizes compassion, dignity, and quality of care.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, PTO, and retirement options.
- Professional Growth: We support continued learning and career advancement through training and mentorship.
- Positive Work Culture: Join a supportive, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
If you’re a passionate and dedicated social work professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
New Lebanon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At New Lebanon, we are guided by one simple principle: Excellence in Care. Join us and help make a difference—one resident at a time.
