Licensed Social Worker

About the role

The Licensed Social Worker (LSW) oversees the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the Social Services Department within the facility in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards. The LSW works directly with discharge planners, families, or responsible parties to initiate tours of the facility and follow‑up procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the Social Services Department in line with Federal, State, and local standards.
• Develop and manage initial contact with discharge planners, families, or responsible parties to arrange facility tours and follow‑up procedures.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for identifying the medically‑related social and emotional needs of patients/residents.
• Maintain strong working relationships with intra‑department personnel, other facility departments, and external community health, welfare, and social agencies to ensure social service programs meet patient/resident needs.
• Stay current with federal and state regulations as well as professional standards.

Requirements

• Current Social Work license in good standing with the state (as required).
• At least 3 + years of experience in a long‑term care facility.
• Ability to organize and prioritize many tasks effectively.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (strongly preferred).
• Skilled communicator, director, and motivator.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off plan
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot – local deals and weekly perks
• New Pet Insurance Discount
• DailyPay option – get your pay when you need it
• Purchasing Power – online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work – entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan – services for everyday challenges (available to employees and families)
• Helping Friends Foundation – hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance discounts via payroll deduction
• In‑facility education programs and more
• Drug‑free, smoke‑free workplace

Pay

USD $33.00 – $38.00 per hour. The wage range reflects factors such as skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.