Social Worker
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open social worker jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $33.07 an hour, the middle half $29.44–$38.85, across 16 jobs that state their pay. Social workers employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $29.76 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Overview
Join the #1 Senior Living company to work for in our area!
Wesley Enhanced Living is ranked by our employees as the top PA-based aging services company on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services list. We are certified as a Great Place to Work year after year. And there’s a good reason for that. Our employees love where they work because of our supportive culture and a workplace that makes you feel welcome and valued. There’s a strong family bond between our staff and residents like none other. Our employees are proud to work here, make a compelling difference in the lives of our residents, and often say: ‘It’s not just a job’!Location: 6300 Greene Street Philadelphia PA 19144Shift: Day
Position Summary
The Social Worker is responsible for providing social work services to the residents and family members of Wesley Enhanced Living. We are a long term care community. Your work will help residents to feel heard, supported, and empowered while guiding families through important decisions with clarity and compassion!
What You’ll Do
- Completes admission assessments.
- Completes psychosocial assessments, MDS and other required documentation in accordance with department policy, and State and Federal regulations.
- Educates residents/family/staff about the importance of advance directives, and facilitates completion, signing, filing and tracking of such documents.
- Coordinates the Social Work function from admission through discharge to include room changes and transition planning when appropriate in collaboration with staff.
What We Are Looking For
- Minimum of 1 year of social work experience preferred in long term care/assisted living/assisted care
- Knowledge of geriatric population and dementia
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Work (BSW/MSW); LSW or equivalent licensure preferred as required by State Board.
- Strong communication, empathy, and advocacy skills
- Ability to navigate sensitive conversations with compassion and respect
Our benefits and workplace flexibility are top-notch and include
- Competitive Pay
- Professional Development and Advancement opportunities
- Health, Dental, & Life Insurance
- 401(k) plans with generous match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Daily Pay
Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?
We welcome your application and invite you to visit: www.wel.org to learn more about our organization.
An Equal Opportunity Employer | A Mandatory Influenza Vaccine Employer
A Drug-Free Workplace.
From Wesley Enhanced Living's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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