Social Services Director

Social Services Director

Location: Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab – Westland, MI

Cherry Hill Nursing and Rehab is seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Services Director to join our skilled nursing facility in Westland, MI.

The Social Services Director serves as a liaison and advocate for residents’ social and emotional needs and is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of the Social Services Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive social assessments and individualized care plans that identify medically related social and emotional needs, realistic goals, and specific interventions
• Participate actively in the pre-admission and admissions processes
• Serve as a compassionate liaison and advocate for residents and their families
• Listen to and respond appropriately to resident and family concerns while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
• Document residents’ behavioral, emotional, and psychosocial status accurately
• Provide individual and group support to residents and families during periods of adjustment, crisis, or special need
• Establish and maintain a volunteer program designed to meet residents’ social service needs
• Orient residents and families to the nursing center and assist with adjustment to the new environment
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing social services in long-term care

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in Social Work or a related field
• Knowledge of social services practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing long-term care
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and professional approach when working with residents, families, and staff
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Telemedicine Program
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Planned Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave)
• DailyPay – View your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to withdraw funds for a nominal fee

Education Assistance Program

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition*
• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families. Apply today!