Licensed Social Services Director

Social Worker / Director of Social Services

Skilled Nursing Facility – Maryland

Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Day Shift | On-site

Position Summary

We are seeking a licensed Social Worker to serve as Director of Social Services . This role is responsible for ensuring residents receive medically-related social services in compliance with Maryland COMAR regulations and federal CMS requirements , while supporting residents’ psychosocial well-being, discharge planning, and quality of life.

Regulatory & Licensing Requirements (Required)

To meet Maryland SNF regulations , candidates must meet the following:

• Active Maryland Social Work License , one of the following:
• LBSW
• LMSW
• LCSW
• LCSW-C
• License must be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners
• Experience or demonstrated competency in long-term care / skilled nursing
• Ability to comply with COMAR 10.07.02.30 and 42 CFR §483.15

Applicants without a Maryland social work license will not be considered.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate medically-related social services to meet residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and behavioral health needs
• Complete and maintain initial social history assessments within required regulatory timeframes (including within 7 days of admission)
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning , MDS coordination, and care conferences
• Lead and support discharge planning , including coordination with families, hospitals, and community resources
• Provide counseling and support to residents and families regarding:
• Adjustment to illness or placement
• Advance directives
• Resident rights and grievance processes
• Ensure accurate, timely, and survey-ready documentation
• Maintain confidentiality and provide services in a private and appropriate setting
• Ensure compliance with:
• Maryland COMAR regulations
• CMS Conditions of Participation
• Resident Rights requirements
• Serve as the facility lead for social services during state and federal surveys

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in:
• Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
• Long-Term Care
• Sub-acute or post-acute care
• Familiarity with:
• MDS process
• Care planning systems
• Maryland survey process
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Strong leadership and interdisciplinary support
• Regulatory-focused environment with survey preparedness emphasis
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident quality of life
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of our organization.

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