Assisted Living Social Worker
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About the job
Assisted Living Social Worker
$65,133 - $73,274 per year, based on experience | Full-Time
Bristol Glen, a UMC Community
200 Bristol Glen Drive, Newton, NJ 07860
Join our Healthcare team at Bristol Glen in Newton. This full-time position offers competitive pay of $65,133 - $73,274 per year, based on experience, along with medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and more. Enjoy an 8am - 4:30pm or 8:30am -5pm shift.
About the Community
Bristol Glen is a community serving residents in assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and a full continuum of care. Our Social Services team helps foster a welcoming and supportive community for residents by promoting well-being, encouraging meaningful engagement, and assisting residents and families with resources and life transitions within the assisted living setting.
What you'll do
- Build relationships with community agencies and resources to support resident and family needs during care transitions
- Advocate for resident rights, well-being, and quality of life while providing support to residents and families
- Maintain social services documentation, including assessments, care plans, discharge records, and resident files
- Help identify, address, and report concerns related to resident safety, abuse, neglect, or mistreatment
- Educate team members on resident rights, dignity, independence, and person-centered care practices
- Coordinate communication with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team regarding care planning, conferences, and key updates
What you’ll need
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) or a Human Service field
- Certified Social Worker (CSW) license with the State of New Jersey
- 1+ year of healthcare or long-term care experience
- Proficiency in a clinical software system
- Understanding of the MDS, care plan, and admission and discharge processes
Preferred
- Academy of Certified Social Worker (ACSW) certification
- 5+ years of experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting
- Proficiency in multiple clinical software systems
Pay and benefits
- $65,133 - $73,274 per year, based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Group life and voluntary life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance professional development, and online learning
- Employee assistance program and employee discounts
Schedule
- Full-time position
- Monday - Friday
- 8am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5pm
Why UMC
United Methodist Communities has been Certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row and has proudly served New Jersey seniors for more than 100 years. Our team members feel the impact of what they do every day, with 87% saying their work makes a difference.
How to Apply
Apply in about 5 minutes. We aim to respond to every applicant within 48 hours and review applications on a rolling basis.
To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
From United Methodist Communities's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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