Social Worker
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About the job
Social Worker Full-Time | Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation Salary: Up to $80,000 per year
The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a large, fast-paced rehabilitation and long-term care environment focused on delivering high-quality resident-centered care.
About Us
Our facility offers a dynamic clinical setting with a strong focus on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. With a large bed capacity and a state-of-the-art rehab program, we provide services seven days a week and foster a collaborative environment that supports both professional growth and exceptional patient outcomes.
Social Worker Position Overview
The Social Worker plays a key role in supporting residents and their families by addressing psychosocial needs, facilitating care planning, and ensuring safe and effective discharge transitions.
Social Worker Key Responsibilities
- Assess residents’ social, emotional, and psychosocial needs
- Develop and implement individualized care plans
- Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
- Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge planning
- Assist with securing home care services, durable medical equipment (DME), and community resources
- Provide support and guidance to residents and families throughout their stay
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure continuity of care
- Assist with financial documentation and resident education as needed
- Advocate for resident rights and quality of life
Social Worker Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW), Master’s Degree (MSW), or related field preferred
- Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of discharge planning, community resources, and care coordination
- Familiarity with PCC and MDS 3.0 is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary up to $80,000 annually (based on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Perks & Discount Programs
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
From The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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