Director of Social Services

Job overview

The Director of Social Services role is an onsite, full-time leadership position at a skilled nursing facility in Newark, NJ. Compensation is not specified. The role leads the facility’s Social Services department and supports residents and families from admission through discharge. The director oversees psychosocial assessments, care planning, discharge coordination, resident rights, and family communication. The role contributes to resident well-being and safe transitions by leading staff and coordinating with nursing, therapy, and administration while maintaining compliance with applicable requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead and supervise the Social Services department
• coordinate with nursing, therapy, and administration
• complete psychosocial assessments and social services sections of the MDS and resident care plans
• manage discharge planning and transitions to home or community settings
• serve as a main contact for residents and families
• address grievances and resident-rights concerns
• maintain compliance with New Jersey Department of Health and CMS social services requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of social services

newark nj

ram recruiting

skilled nursing facility

long-term care

master of social work

social services leadership

psychosocial assessments

mds

care planning

discharge planning

resident rights

family communication

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• 401(k).

Why this role

Requires a Master of Social Work and prior experience as a Director of Social Services in a skilled nursing facility, nursing home, or long-term care setting.

About the employer

RAM Recruiting is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.